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Ilario
Pronounced ee-LAH-ryoh /iˈlɑː.rjoʊ/Medium
Meaning: The Italian form of Hilary, from the Latin hilaris ('cheerful; merry'), meaning 'cheerful' or 'happy.' A bright, documented heritage name.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Ilario is the Italian form of Hilary, from the Latin hilaris, 'cheerful; merry.' Borne by saints and Italian bearers, it carries a bright, sunny spirit and reads as melodic and heritage-rich (said 'ee-LAH-ryoh').
In the U.S. it is rare, most common in Italian families. Rare, classic, and sunny.
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What does the name Ilario mean?
Ilario is the Italian form of Hilary, from the Latin hilaris ('cheerful'), meaning 'cheerful' or 'happy.'
How do you pronounce Ilario?
It's said ee-LAH-ryoh /iˈlɑː.rjoʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Ilario a boy or girl name?
Ilario is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Ilario?
Ilario is a rare name in the U.S., most common in Italian families.