The nameHilona

Hilona is a variant of Ilona.

Meaning

Ilona is a Hungarian form of Helen, a Greek name of debated meaning often tied to light.

Origin

Hungarian, of Greek origin.

History

In France it rose sharply around 2020.

Popularity of the name Hilona

Hilona in France

929thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2020peak year (155 births)
580babies named Hilona in France since 1900
078155 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Hilona was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 520 births over the decade, 90% of all recorded babies named Hilona. Its rise began around 2019, and it peaked in 2020. Half of all babies named Hilona in France were born before 2021, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 73 births a year on average, against 41 in the five years before.

Variants and related names

Hilona in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hilona mean?

Ilona is a Hungarian form of Helen, a Greek name of debated meaning often tied to light.

What is the origin of the name Hilona?

Hungarian, of Greek origin.

Is Hilona a girl's or a boy's name?

Hilona is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Hilona?

Variants and related names of Hilona include Helen and Helene.