Gender: Girl
Origin: Italian
Meaning: Cheerful
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Ilaria Name Meaning and Origin
The name Ilaria is a girl's name meaning "cheerful" and is of Italian origin. Pronounced: ee-LAH-ree-a. It derives from the Latin word "hilarius," meaning "cheerful" or "joyful." Ilaria is a variation of the name Hilary or Hilaria, which were traditionally male names but have also been used for females in recent times. Ilaria is a relatively uncommon name in many parts of the world, although it is more popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It is often chosen for its melodic and elegant sound. Ilaria is one of those baby names that make you think happy thoughts.