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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Tree
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- ee-LAHN
Ilan is a Hebrew name that means "tree." It's pronounced ee-LAHN, a short, two-syllable name that's easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Ilan
Meaning: Tree.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ilan
ee-LAHNIPA /iːˈlɑːn/
Popularity of Ilan
Ilan ranked #1133 in 2003, its highest spot in the Social Security data going back to 1965, when 134 babies were given the name. By 2024 it stood at #1444 with 125 babies, so it remains a name families still choose, though not a common one.
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FAQ
What does the name Ilan mean?
Tree. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ilan?
Ilan is pronounced ee-LAHN (IPA: /iːˈlɑːn/).
Is Ilan a popular name right now?
Ilan peaked at #1133 in 2003 and is ranked #1444 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1965–2024.)
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