Holding steady.
Popularity of Ileah since 1980
Babies named Ileah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 74 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 67 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Ileah is an extremely rare name, first recorded in the United States in 1980. Only a handful of babies have been given this name each year since, with its peak usage occurring in 1981. Despite its scarcity, Ileah fits comfortably within the modern trend of soft, lyrical names ending in the 'ee-uh' sound, similar to names like Leah and Aaliyah. While it has no historical roots or famous bearers, its simplicity and novelty may appeal to parents seeking a unique name that feels familiar yet distinctive. The name has never appeared on any state-level popularity lists, reinforcing its status as an exceptionally uncommon choice.
Ileah is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1980. It likely arose as a creative respelling or blend of familiar names such as Leah (Hebrew 'weary') or Ilea (a Latin plant name), combined with the popular -e(a)h suffix pattern seen in names like Aaliyah and Kiah. Its precise derivation is unclear, and it has remained uncommon since its debut.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Leah, Ili
Variants: Ilea
Sibling names for Ileah
Names that share Ileah's style, for a brother or sister.
