Ilayda
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ilayda
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Ilayda is a female first name that has its origin in Arabic but is primarily widespread in Turkish-speaking areas. The meaningful translation of the name includes meanings such as 'the water fairy,' 'the water witch,' 'the angel's tear,' 'the mermaid,' as well as 'the raindrop' and can be further interpreted as 'the raindrop in paradise.'
What does the name Ilayda mean?
The first name Ilayda has its roots in Arabic and is primarily used in Turkish-speaking regions. It can be translated with terms such as 'the water fairy,' 'the water witch,' 'the angel's tear,' 'the mermaid,' 'the raindrop,' and also as 'the raindrop in paradise.' Additionally, it is occasionally attributed meanings such as 'the water moon,' 'the underwater moon,' and 'the magical moon.' Variants of the name include Ilaida, Ileyda, and Ilejda.
Where does the name Ilayda come from?
The name Ilayda originates from Old Turkish and Arabic, with meanings such as 'the tear of the angel' or 'the raindrop' and other interpretations associated with it. It is anchored in both Arabic and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Ilayda?
The sound and pronunciation of Ilayda are melodic and consist of three to four syllables. In German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as 'I-lay-da' [iˈlaɪ̯da], with the emphasis on the middle syllable with a diphthong. The open 'a' at the end gives the name a harmonious finish. Ilayda sounds international and appealing - feminine, modern, and present.
Popularity
Ilayda enjoys great popularity in Germany, currently ranking 528th on the list of the most common female first names. The name reached its best ranking in 2005 at 99th place. In the last ten years, Ilayda has been given as a first name around 1,600 times, placing it 354th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 323rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Ada / Adalya / Ayda / Ida / Ila / Ilala / Ilay / Ilaydachen / Ilaydos / Ilaydosh / Ili / Illy / Ilo / Ilono / Ilos / Ilosch / Ilosh / Iloshka / Ilu / Ily / Lalala / Lali / Lay / Laydi / Layla / Layli / Lidel / Lila / Lilo / Lulu
Similar first names
Famous people
- Ilayda (the Voice Kids of Germany)
- Ilayda Ildir (Turkish actress)
- Ilayda Yildiz (Turkish singer)
- Ilayda Yilmaz (child model from Korea)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ilayda
Where does the name Ilayda come from?
Ilayda has its roots in Old Turkish and Arabic and is widespread in both the Arabic and Turkish regions.
What does the name Ilayda mean?
The name Ilayda is often translated with terms like 'the water fairy,' 'the raindrop,' and 'the mermaid,' and has several other meanings associated with water and moon.
How popular is the name Ilayda?
Ilayda is particularly popular in Turkey and is increasingly used in other countries with Turkish communities.