Ila: Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning
Gender-shifting mythological figure, child of Manu
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
EYE-lah

Ila is a Sanskrit girl's name meaning “gender-shifting mythological figure, child of Manu”. It appears in 2 of our baby name lists.

Meaning & Origin of Ila

Meaning: Gender-shifting mythological figure, child of Manu.

Origin: Sanskrit.

A common claim: means 'earth' (as a Hindu goddess) Actually: Ila isn't simply 'earth' -- the Hindu mythological Ila is specifically known for alternating between male and female forms as Manu's child, not for being an earth deity.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Ila

EYE-lahIPA /ˈaɪlə/

Popularity of Ila

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