Of the sun; or a variation of Ilia
Ilea is a rare name with multiple potential roots. It is often considered a feminine form of the Greek name Elias, meaning 'the Lord is my God,' or a variation of the name Ilia, which relates to the sun in Greek mythology. In some contexts, it is viewed as a modern elaboration of the name Leah.
Less common today
Ilea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,444 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).