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Greek/Romanian · Girl name

Iliana

“possibly torch or corposant”

About the name Iliana

Iliana is a feminine given name, most often considered a variant of Ileana, which is used in both Greece and Romania. The name is generally derived from Helena, an ancient Greek name whose meaning is uncertain but is often associated with the Greek word for ‘torch’ or ‘corposant’ (a type of luminous phenomenon). In Romanian folklore, Ileana Cosânzeana is a well-known fairy-tale princess. The spelling Iliana is also found in Spanish-speaking countries.

Meaning
possibly torch or corposant
Origin
Greek/Romanian
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
ee-LEE-ah-nah(4 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Ileana

If you like Iliana

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  • Selena
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Middle names for Iliana

  • Iliana Rose
  • Iliana Marie
  • Iliana Sophia
  • Iliana Claire
  • Iliana Joy

Questions about Iliana

What does Iliana mean?
Iliana is a Greek name meaning "possibly torch or corposant".
How do you pronounce Iliana?
Iliana is pronounced ee-LEE-ah-nah, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Iliana?
Variants of Iliana include Ileana.

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