Ilja
Ilja is a masculine given name used in several European languages, including Russian, Dutch, German, Estonian, and Finnish. It is a variant form of Elijah, derived from the Hebrew Eliyahu, meaning "My God is Yahweh."
In Slavic languages the common form is Ilya (Илья). Ilja appears as a transliteration in German and
Pronunciation varies by language, typically approximating "IL-yah" or "EEL-yah," with stress often on the first syllable
Ilya Muromets, known as Ilja Muromets in some transliterations, is a legendary bogatyr in East Slavic folklore
As a given name, Ilja is used for contemporary figures in sports, the arts, and academia, reflecting