Rising since 2017, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Irelia since 2015
Babies named Irelia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 100 |
Meaning & origin
Irelia is a modern feminine name that first appeared in United States birth records in 2015. As of 2025, it ranks 6325, with about 1 in 89,293 girls given the name. Its peak year was 2023, and its usage has been steadily rising since 2017. The name's origins are unclear, but it appears to be a creative invention, possibly influenced by the sound and structure of names like Aurelia or Ophelia. Irelia has no traditional etymology, making it a true modern coinage. While it has not yet been recorded in any top state data, its upward trajectory suggests it may continue to gain attention as a distinctive and stylish choice.
Irelia is a modern coinage first recorded in the United States in 2015. It likely arose as a creative respelling or variation of names such as Aurelia or Ophelia, possibly influenced by the fashionable '-elia' ending. The name has no traditional etymology or historical roots and is not derived from any existing language or culture.
“Irelia” around the world
Where Irelia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Irie, Relia, Lia
Sibling names for Irelia
Names that share Irelia's style, for a brother or sister.
