Ileana
Ileana is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Torch, shining light, or bright.
Origin and history
Ileana is a feminine given name of Greek origin, primarily used in Romanian and Slavic contexts as a variant of Helen. It derived from the Greek name Helene, meaning 'torch', 'corposant', or 'shining light'. In the United States, it has been used consistently as a uncommon yet steady choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,617 babies in the United States have been named Ileana since 1880. It ranks #2285 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1624.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.3 %)
- TX (25.2 %)
- NY (22.6 %)
- FL (12.8 %)
- IL (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 110 |
| 1930-1940 | 38 |
| 1940-1950 | 27 |
| 1950-1960 | 182 |
| 1960-1970 | 547 |
| 1970-1980 | 505 |
| 1980-1990 | 687 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,232 |
| 2000-2010 | 931 |
| 2010-2019 | 876 |
| 2020-2029 | 477 |
Famous people named Ileana
- Ileana Ros-Lehtinen: Politician, Congresswoman
- Ileana Douglas: Actress, Director
- Ileana D'Cruz: Actress
Nicknames
Ili, Liana, Lea
Fun facts
- In Romanian folklore, Ileana Cosânzeana is a legendary fair-haired princess representing beauty and virtue.
- Princess Ileana of Romania was a member of the Romanian royal family who later became an Orthodox nun in the United States.