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Ila is a feminine name used in Hindi. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘earth’ or ‘speech’ in Sanskrit." It ranked #718 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘earth’ or ‘speech’ in Sanskrit. The entry lists its usage as Hindi.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Ila ranked #718 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #718 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ila mean?
Ila means "earth", according to Behind the Name.
Is Ila a popular name?
Ila ranked #718 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Ila a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Ila appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Ila — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
