Ilaya

Ilaya Meaning & Origin

About Ilaya
The name "Ilaya" is of Tagalog origin and is commonly used in the Philippines. It means "the one who lives near the sea" or "from the seaside." The name reflects a connection to the ocean or coastal areas, symbolizing a person who is free-spirited, adventurous, and in touch with nature. It carries a sense of tranquility, strength, and a deep appreciation for the beauty and power of the sea.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Ilaya are female.

Ilaya Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
AL
🗽 NYSIIS
IA
🔊 Soundex
I400
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AY0 L EY1 AH0
🌐 IPA
/ilaya*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('AL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
I400

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Ilaya in Braille

Here's how to represent Ilaya in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Ilaya in braille

How to Spell the Name Ilaya in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Ilaya using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Ilaya in sign language

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