İlyada

derived from Iliad
Turkish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1973US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does İlyada mean and where does it come from?

İlyada is a Turkish adaptation of the name Iliad, referring to the ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer.

Cultural significance
The name is associated with the epic narrative of the Trojan War and has cultural resonance in Turkish literature and education.
Peak popularity
Reached #1973 in 2015 — currently #1973 in the US.
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How else can you spell İlyada?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with İlyada?

İlyada works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

İlyada Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
İlyada John
One syllable · timeless choice
İlyada Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
İlyada Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
İlyada Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
İlyada Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
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How popular is İlyada right now?

Holding steady — currently #1973 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1973 · Top 1.5%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#197310stable
2022#197310stable
2021#197310stable
2020#197310stable
2019#197310
💎İlyada is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for İlyada?

Common
İlAda

Common questions about the name İlyada

What does the name İlyada mean?
İlyada means "derived from Iliad" — a name rooted in Turkish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name İlyada?
İlyada is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of İlyada?
İlyada originates from Turkish tradition. Turkish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with İlyada?
İlyada pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is İlyada more of a girl or boy name?
İlyada is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.