Ilayna
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Ilayna
The name 'Ilayna' is a modern variant of 'Elaina' or 'Helena,' meaning "torch" or "light," derived from the Greek root *hel-* (ἕλη).
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Etymology
The name 'Ilayna' is a modern variant of 'Elaina' or 'Helena,' meaning "torch" or "light," derived from the Greek root *hel-* (ἕλη). It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures and among Greek Orthodox Christians, with historical ties to Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine, who is credited with discovering the True Cross.
Ilayna currently ranks #16,178 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2012.
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