The nameIlhem
Ilhem is a form of Ilham, an Arabic name given steadily in France since the 1990s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Like Ilham, it comes from the Arabic for "inspiration".
Origin
Arabic, common in North Africa.
History
Found in France since 1971, Ilhem has been given steadily since the 1990s, notably in Île-de-France, with a peak in the mid 2010s.
Popularity of the name Ilhem
Ilhem in France
1352ndmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2015peak year (55 births)
1,665babies named Ilhem in France since 1900
Ilhem was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 430 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Ilhem. Its rise began around 1973, and it peaked in 2015. Half of all babies named Ilhem in France were born before 2004. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 37 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ilhem mean?
Like Ilham, it comes from the Arabic for "inspiration".
What is the origin of the name Ilhem?
Arabic, common in North Africa.
Is Ilhem a girl's or a boy's name?
Ilhem is a girl's name.