Ilaria

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Ilaria Pronunciation

Ilaria is pronounced ee-LAH-ree-ah /iˈlɑ.ri.ɑ/High

Meaning: Italian form of Hilaria — Latin hilaris, 'cheerful, joyful, merry'High

In 30 seconds: Pure joy, Italian-style: Ilaria flows from Latin 'cheerful' — the same root as 'hilarious'. Sunny, melodic, and immortalized in marble (Ilaria del Carretto's tomb).

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Origin HighItalian, Latin

MeaningItalian form of Hilaria — Latin hilaris, 'cheerful, joyful, merry'

U.S. rank (2024)#3986 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 726

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ilaria is the Italian form of Hilaria — Latin hilaris, 'cheerful, merry', the root of 'hilarious'. A graceful Italian classic, it carries Renaissance artistry and everyday joy.

In the U.S. it appears in Italian families. Rare, cheerful at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Jacopo della Quercia's tomb effigy of Ilaria del Carretto is one of the Renaissance's most beautiful sculptures — and the name simply means 'cheerful'.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Ilaria — etymology

Variations

HilariaIleniaIlary

Nicknames

IlaLari

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ilaria?

Ilaria is pronounced ee-LAH-ree-ah (/iˈlɑ.ri.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ilaria said aloud.

How do you say Ilaria?

Ilaria is said ee-LAH-ree-ah (/iˈlɑ.ri.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ilaria said aloud.

What does the name Ilaria mean?

Ilaria is the Italian Hilaria, Latin for 'cheerful, joyful'.

Is Ilaria a boy or girl name?

Ilaria is a girl's name.

How popular is Ilaria?

Ilaria is a rare name in the U.S., popular in Italy.