Ilijan

Boy

Meaning of Ilijan: Croatian: 'the Lord is my God'

Ilijan is a boy's name most strongly associated with Croatian naming. It has 6 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice.

US rank 2025

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Not in the US top list

England & Wales 2024

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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted

US babies since 1880

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Trend

stable

Style: rare

Ilijan doesn't appear in US records (fewer than five babies a year), which makes it a truly distinctive choice.

Gender split

100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.

Origins & cultures

Croatian

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