Ilyana

Ilyana is a feminine given name that appears in various language communities. It has several variant spellings, including Iliana, Illiana, and Ilyanna, and may be used as a standalone name or as a regional variant of longer forms.

The exact origin of Ilyana is not fixed. It is commonly treated as a variant of Iliana or Eliana, which in turn are linked to names such as Elena or Helena in Romance languages. The spelling Ilyana also reflects transliteration patterns from Cyrillic- and Slavic-language traditions, contributing to its use in multiple regions.

Geographic usage of Ilyana is broad. The name is found in Eastern European countries and their diasporas, with different spellings favored in different communities. It has also appeared in Western European and North American contexts through immigrant and globalized naming practices.

In popular culture and contemporary naming, Ilyana is used for fictional characters and as a given name for real individuals in arts, sports, academia, and public life. Its continued presence in diverse works and communities highlights its role as a versatile and culturally adaptable name.

Related names include Iliana and Eliana, from which Ilyana is often derived or permuted, depending on linguistic and familial preferences.