Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Illionya

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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Sun; God is my Lord; My God has answered me

Illionya is a girl whose name is Greek and Hebrew in origin. It’s thought to be a variant of the name Iliana. In Greek, Illionya means “sun,” deriving from hḗlios, which is the name of both the Greek deity and personification of the sun. In Hebrew, Illionya comes from Eliyahu and means “God is my Lord.” It can also stem from Eliyanah and mean “my God has answered me.” Whatever meaning resonates most with you, Illionya will make a beaming choice for your little ray of sunshine.