Ilef
Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ilef
The given name 'Ilef' is derived from the Arabic name 'Ilyas' or 'Elyas', meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'God is my salvation', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages.
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Etymology
The given name 'Ilef' is derived from the Arabic name 'Ilyas' or 'Elyas', meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'God is my salvation', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages. The name 'Ilef' is used in Arabic-speaking cultures, particularly in Islamic communities, and is associated with the biblical prophet Elijah, who is revered in Islam as a righteous servant of God.
Ilef currently ranks #1,394 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2017.
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