Ileana
/ee-LEHAH-nah/ Spanish Female
Meaning & Origin
Ileana is a Spanish name meaning "Bright, shining ...". The etymology is uncertain, but possibilities include Greek origin, potentially derived from Helen (Ἑλένη) or Ilion (Ἴλιον).
Quick Facts
Language Spanish
Gender Female
Phonetic ee-LEHAH-nah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ee-LEHAH-nah. Keep the original Spanish phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Ileana
- · Ileana Cotrubaș - Opera Singer
- · Ileana Ros-Lehtinen - Politician
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