| Meaning | light, torch, bright one |
| Origin | Finnish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ei-la |
Delicate yet determined, this name possesses a ethereal quality that captures imagination while remaining grounded and wearable. The vowel-heavy structure gives it a flowing, almost musical sound, while the single consonant provides just enough structure to keep it anchored. It's the kind of name that feels whispered by wind through trees—naturally beautiful and effortlessly graceful. The four-letter length keeps it simple and manageable, appealing to parents who value economy in naming without sacrificing beauty. This name has experienced growing recognition in recent years, yet remains uncommon enough to feel special and individual. Its similarity to more familiar names provides a reference point for pronunciation, but it maintains its own distinct identity. The name photographs gorgeously, whether in flowing script or clean modern fonts, and it has a visual elegance that matches its auditory appeal. Parents selecting this name often appreciate nature-inspired aesthetics, value simplicity, and seek names that feel gentle without being weak. It works beautifully for a child while aging gracefully into adulthood, adapting to whatever path your daughter ultimately chooses.
| Ei |
| Ila |
| Eli |
| Ela |
| Eili |
| Eila Hiltunen | Finnish sculptor known for the "Passio Musicae" monument in Helsinki |
| Eila Pienimäki | Finnish politician and former Minister of Culture |
| Eila Kivikk'aho | Finnish visual artist and textile designer |
| Eila Kokkinen | Finnish singer and actress |
| Eila Campbell | Canadian centenarian, one of the last Canadian women to have served in World War II |
| Eila Pennanen | Finnish ballet dancer and choreographer |
| Eila Lotz | Namibian politician and Member of Parliament |
| Eila Pellinen | Finnish poet and writer |
| Eila Mary Matt | Australian ornithologist and environmentalist |
| Eila Pehkonen | Finnish long-distance runner |
| Eila Adams | Finnish painter |
| Eila Roine | Finnish actress |
| Eila Nevanranta | Finnish discus thrower |
| Eila Hämäläinen | Finnish operatic soprano |
| Eila Tiainen | Finnish long-distance runner |
| Eila Laukka | Finnish actress and singer |
| Eila Eskola | Finnish middle-distance runner |
| Eila Sailas | Finnish politician and diplomat |
| Eila Ryhänen | Finnish politician |
| Eila Juutilainen | Character from the anime series "Strike Witches" |
| Eila Doyle | Character from the novel "The Guest Cat" by Takashi Hiraide |
| Eila Norin | Character from the anime series "Sky Girls" |
| Eila Adams | Character from the TV series "The Newsroom" |
| Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen | Character from the anime series "Strike Witches - Operation Victory Arrow" |
| Eila Ranta | Character from the novel "Deadlock" by Iris Johansen |
| Eila Hakkinen | Character from the novel "The Stone Cutter" by Camilla Lackberg |
| Eila Kari | Character from the TV series "Kaiken se kestää" |
| Eila Pellonpää | Character from the film "The Man Without a Past" directed by Aki Kaurismäki |
| Eila Linnakoski | Character from the TV series "The Hoist" |
| Eila Tiiranen | Character from the TV series "After the Wedding" |
| Eila Siiranto | Character from the TV series "Cold Feet" |
| Eila Vainikka | Character from the TV series "Blue Exorcist" |
| Eila Kovalainen | Character from the TV series "The Night Manager" |
| Eila Heikkilä | Character from the TV series "Northern Exposure" |
| Eila Särkelä | Character from the TV series "Love Records" |
| Eila Elonen | Character from the TV series "Family Affairs" |
| Eila Lehtonen | Character from the TV series "Sorjonen" |
| Eila Linnankivi | Character from the TV series "Red Dwarf" |
| Eila Ilveskero | Character from the TV series "Karppi" |