Bright, shining, or from Ilium
Ilina is a name with multiple cultural roots. In Slavic traditions, it is a feminine form of Ilya or Elias, meaning 'the Lord is my God.' In Sanskrit, it is often interpreted as meaning 'bright' or 'shining,' while in some European contexts, it is linked to the ancient city of Troy (Ilium).
Less common today
Ilina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,269 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professor of Neuroscience and Society at Oxford University
Romanian visual artist and curator
