Ilona

Girl

Ilona is a girl's name of Hungarian/Greek origin meaning "Bright light, the Hungarian form of Helen.". It is pronounced ee-LOH-nuh. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 68/100).

Hungarian/Greek origin · /ee-LOH-nuh/ · vintage

Meaning: Bright light, the Hungarian form of Helen.

Popularity 68/1003 syllablesPeaked 1946→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Ilona

What does Ilona mean?

Ilona means "Bright light, the Hungarian form of Helen.". It is of Hungarian/Greek origin.

Is Ilona a boy or girl name?

Ilona is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Ilona?

Ilona is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 68/100. It was most popular in the 1940s.

How is Ilona pronounced?

Ilona is pronounced ee-LOH-nuh.

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