Rising since 1993, #2,822 for girls today.
Popularity of Ilaria since 1968
Babies named Ilaria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 14 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 138 |
| 2010s | 300 |
| 2020s | 290 |
Meaning & origin
Ilaria, the Italian form of Hilary, has been a steady if uncommon choice in the United States since it first appeared in Social Security records in 1968. As of 2025, it ranks 2,822 with approximately 1 in every 26,788 newborn girls receiving the name, marking its peak year to date. The name has been rising in use since 1993, reflecting growing appreciation for Italian names in English-speaking countries. Its top states are Arizona, California, and New York, areas with significant Italian-American populations. Ilaria carries a bright, positive meaning of cheerfulness and offers a melodic alternative to the more common Isabella or Sophia.
Ilaria is the Italian feminine form of Hilarius, a Latin name derived from hilaris meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyful'. The name Hilarius was borne by several early saints, including a 4th-century pope. Ilaria emerged in Italy during the Renaissance and has remained in consistent use there, gaining modest international recognition in the late 20th century.
Where Ilaria is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ilaria” around the world
Where Ilaria lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ilary, Lara, Ila
Sibling names for Ilaria
Names that share Ilaria's style, for a brother or sister.
