Bright, shining light
Ilene is a phonetic English variant of Eileen, which is the Anglicized form of the Irish name Eibhlín. It is ultimately derived from the Greek name Helen, signifying a radiant or shining light.
Less common today
Ilene isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,066 in 1998.
Television producer and writer
Voice of Disney's Cinderella
Actress and singer
Soap opera actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
