The nameIlham
Ilham is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "inspiration". It has been given in France since the late 1960s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Ilham comes from the Arabic ilham, "inspiration".
Origin
Arabic. It is sometimes given to boys.
History
Ilham has been given steadily in France since the 1980s, with a peak in the mid 2000s.
Popularity of the name Ilham
Ilham in France
Ilham was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 765 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Ilham. Its rise began around 1973, and it peaked in 2005. Half of all babies named Ilham in France were born before 1999. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 47 births a year on average, against 37 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ilham mean?
Ilham comes from the Arabic ilham, "inspiration".
What is the origin of the name Ilham?
Arabic. It is sometimes given to boys.
Is Ilham a girl's or a boy's name?
Ilham is a girl's name.