Girl Name · English Origin
Iliana
Iliana is a girl baby name of English origin, meaning "Inspired soul". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Iliana often also consider Ileana.
Iliana meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Inspired soul
Origin: English naming roots help connect Iliana to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Iliana as I·L·I·A·N·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Iliana is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Iliana variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ilianaa, Ilianae, Ilianay, Ilian.
- Nicknames: Ili and I.
- Middle names: Pair Iliana with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Iliana middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ileana, Ilona, Ilana, Ilean, Ilene — full picks on the sibling names for Iliana guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Iliana? Browse our names like Iliana guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Iliana
What does the name Iliana mean?
Iliana means "Inspired soul" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Iliana?
Iliana originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Iliana?
Iliana has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Iliana a boy's or girl's name?
Iliana is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Iliana in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Iliana sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Iliana?
Names that share Iliana's sound and style include Ileana, Ilona, Ilana, Ilean, Ilene.
What middle names pair well with Iliana?
Good middle-name fits for Iliana pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Iliana is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Iliana is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Iliana?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Iliana share its rhythm without rhyming — Ileana, Ilona, Ilana all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.