| Meaning | cheerful, happy |
| Origin | Italian |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | I-la-ria |
About Ilaria
There's something undeniably romantic about this name, with its Italian flair and lyrical pronunciation. It brings to mind sun-drenched Mediterranean landscapes, Renaissance art, and a zest for life. The name has a warmth to it that feels welcoming and approachable, yet it maintains an air of sophistication that never feels stuffy. What's particularly charming is how it sounds both vintage and modern simultaneously—it could belong to a character in a classic novel or a contemporary innovator. The rolling "r" in the middle adds a playful touch, while the soft ending keeps everything balanced. Nicknames emerge naturally if desired, though the full name is so beautiful many parents find their daughters prefer to use it in its entirety. It's internationally recognizable yet uncommon enough to feel distinctive, making it perfect for families who value cultural connections or simply appreciate names with artistic sensibility.
Nicknames for Ilaria
| Ila |
| Lari |
| Aria |
| Ria |
Famous People Named Ilaria
| Ilaria D'Amico | Italian sports journalist |
| Ilaria Alpi | Italian journalist |
| Ilaria Occhini | Italian actress |
| Ilaria Salvatori | Italian politician |
| Ilaria Cucchi | Italian activist |
| Ilaria Bianchi | Italian filmmaker |
| Ilaria Capua | Italian virologist |
| Ilaria Spada | Italian actress |
| Ilaria Mauro | Italian soccer player |
| Ilaria Naldi | Italian archer |
| Ilaria Borghese | Italian noblewoman |
| Ilaria Galassi | Italian singer |
| Ilaria Di Biagio | Italian basketball player |
| Ilaria Käslin | Swiss gymnast |
| Ilaria Perrone | Italian writer |
| Ilaria Vesentini | Italian cyclist |
| Ilaria Giustina | Italian actress |
| Ilaria Simeoni | Italian triathlete |
| Ilaria Tuti | Italian author |
| Ilaria Sirigu | Italian neuroscientist |
Characters Named Ilaria
| Ilaria Zane | Character in the TV show "Hunters" |
| Ilaria Benelli | Character in the novel "The Italian Girl" by Lucinda Riley |
| Ilaria Ricasoli | Character in the novel "Voyage of the Basilisk" by Marie Brennan |
| Ilaria Del Toro | Character in the video game "Assassin's Creed - Lineage" |
| Ilaria Barbi | Character in the novel "A Cruel Deception" by Kim Booth |
| Ilaria Alpi | Character in the film "Ilaria Alpi - Il più crudele dei giorni" |
| Ilaria Cioffi | Character in the TV series "Don Matteo" |
| Ilaria Ragusa | Character in the TV series "Un Posto al Sole" |
| Ilaria Baiocchi | Character in the TV series "La porta rossa" |
| Ilaria Santamaria | Character in the TV series "I Medici" |
| Ilaria Ghinazzi | Character in the TV series "Lontano da te" |
| Ilaria Cornetti | Character in the TV series "Solo per amore" |
| Ilaria Costa | Character in the TV series "Squadra Antimafia - Palermo Oggi" |
| Ilaria Rubino | Character in the TV series "Inga Lindström" |
| Ilaria Ferraro | Character in the TV series "Catturandi - Nel nome del padre" |
| Ilaria Giano | Character in the TV series "Le Tre Rose di Eva" |
| Ilaria Serrani | Character in the TV series "Il restauratore" |
| Ilaria Setti | Character in the TV series "Sirene" |
| Ilaria Cramerotti | Character in the TV series "Il paradiso delle signore" |