Ilya
boy name#3128 in 2025Ilya entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #2617 in 2018, ranks #3128 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1966–2025
#3128
rank today
#2617
peak (2018)
38
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3315 |
| 1970s | #4363 |
| 1980s | #6344 |
| 1990s | #5209 |
| 2000s | #3846 |
| 2010s | #3192 |
| 2020s | #3368 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ilya has been most popular in CA, NY, WA.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Ilya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ilya alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ilya in 2025?
- Ilya ranks #3128 among US boy names in 2025, with 38 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ilya most popular?
- Ilya peaked in 2018, reaching #2617 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ilya with classmates?
- Ilya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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