Ilaria

/ee-LAH-ree-ah/

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Ilaria is an Italian girl's name pronounced /ee-LAH-ree-ah/. A joyful name derived from the Latin word for cheerful, happy, or brisk.

Meaning of Ilaria

A joyful name derived from the Latin word for cheerful, happy, or brisk.

Ilaria is the feminine form of the Latin name Hilarius, derived from the adjective 'hilaris' meaning cheerful, merry, or joyful. It shares its etymological roots with the English word 'hilarious' and was historically popularized by early Christian saints and popes.

Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/ee-LAH-ree-ah/

Cultural background

The name is a classic and enduring favorite in Italy, consistently appearing in the top ranks of baby name charts during the late 20th century. It is also used in other Romance-language regions, though it remains most distinctively Italian.

Variations & nicknames

  • Ilarie
  • Ila
  • Ilarina
  • Hilaria
  • Hilaire

Famous people named Ilaria

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Ilaria D'Amico

    Prominent television host and sports commentator.

    Media · 1990s–present

  • Ilaria del Carretto

    Noblewoman immortalized in a famous funerary monument by Jacopo della Quercia.

    Nobility · 1379–1405

  • Ilaria Bianchi

    Olympic butterfly swimmer and world champion.

    Sport · 2000s–present

  • Ilaria Alpi

    Journalist known for her work in Somalia; she has a prestigious prize named after her.

    Journalism · 1961–1994

  • Ilaria Latini

    Voice actress known for dubbing major international film characters into Italian.

    Film · 1980s–present

Frequently asked about Ilaria

What does Ilaria mean?
Ilaria means 'cheerful', 'happy', or 'joyful', originating from the Latin word 'hilaris'.
How do you pronounce Ilaria?
It is pronounced ee-LAH-ryah, with the stress on the second syllable.
Is Ilaria a boy or girl name?
Ilaria is a feminine given name; the masculine equivalent is Ilario.
When is the name day (Onomastico) for Ilaria?
The name day is typically celebrated on December 31st, in honor of Saint Hilaria.

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