UK girl's name
Ilanah
A feminine name derived from the Hebrew word for tree or oak.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ilanah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ilanah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2012 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Ilanah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ilanah ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 girls were registered as Ilanah.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ilanah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5581
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Ilanah mean?
The name Ilanah has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Hebrew word "Ilana," which means "tree" or "oak tree." The name Ilanah is a feminine variation of the masculine name Ilan.
In Jewish tradition, trees hold significant symbolism, representing growth, strength, and resilience. The name Ilanah may have been given to girls with the hope that they would embody these qualities and flourish like a strong and majestic tree.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ilanah can be found in the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of a woman from the tribe of Dan. This historical reference suggests that the name has been in use for centuries.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ilanah. One of the earliest recorded was Ilanah bat Yehuda, a renowned Jewish scholar who lived in the 11th century CE in Spain. She was celebrated for her expertise in Hebrew grammar and biblical exegesis.
Another historical figure named Ilanah was Ilanah Meridor, an Israeli politician and diplomat who served as the Israeli ambassador to the United States from 1985 to 1988. She played a crucial role in strengthening the diplomatic ties between the two nations.
In the realm of literature, Ilanah Kent was a notable American author and poet, known for her works exploring themes of identity, feminism, and societal issues. She lived from 1937 to 2021 and published several acclaimed books, including "Apogee" and "Toward Amnesia."
The name Ilanah also gained recognition in the world of music through Ilanah Grapel, an Israeli singer-songwriter who rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s. Her powerful vocals and poetic lyrics earned her a dedicated following in Israel and beyond.
Another noteworthy figure was Ilanah Hirschfeld, a South African human rights activist and educator who dedicated her life to promoting social justice and equality. She was born in 1932 and played a vital role in the anti-apartheid movement, advocating for the rights of marginalized communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ilanah over time
The chart below shows babies named Ilanah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ilanah, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ilanah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ilanah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5581 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5821 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Ilanah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ilanah in the UK right now?
In 2021, Ilanah was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ilanah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Ilanah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ilanah?
A feminine name derived from the Hebrew word for tree or oak.
How many people are called Ilanah in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Ilanah across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.