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What does the name Ilja mean? What is the meaning of the name Ilja
Meaning of Ilja: Name Ilja in the Hebrew, Latvian origin, means Yahweh is my God.. Name Ilja is of Hebrew, Latvian origin and is a Girl name. People with name Ilja are usually Christianity by religion.
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Yahweh is my God.
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1 word with 4 characters
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I-L-J-A
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Pythagorean Numerology
5
Indian Vedic Numerology
6
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Famous people with name Ilja (Namesakes)
- Ilja Keizer
Ilja Keizer (née Laman; born 26 February 1944) is a retired middle-distance runner from the Netherlands.
- Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer
Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer (born 17 January 1968) is a Dutch poet, novelist, polemicist and classical scholar.
- Ilja Glebov
Ilja Glebov (born July 22, 1987 in Tallinn) is an Estonian former competitive pair skater.
- Ilja Wiederschein
Ilja Wiederschein (born April 5, 1977 in Berlin) is a volleyball player from Germany, who played for the Men's National Team in the 2000s.
- Ilja Venäläinen
Ilja Venäläinen (born 27 September 1980) is a retired Finnish football player.
- Ilja Reijngoud
Ilja Reijngoud (born 5 July 1972) is a Dutch jazz trombonist, composer, arranger and educator who has played with many renowned artists.
- Ilja Antonov
Ilja Antonov (born 5 December 1992) is an Estonian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Estonia national team and FC Ararat-Armenia.
- Ilja Rosendahl
Ilja Rosendahl (born 23 February 1968) is a German film and music producer, actor, songwriter, musician (vocals, guitars, bass) and voiceover artist.
- Ilja Matouš
Ilja Matouš (born 17 April 1931) is a Czech cross-country skier.
- Ilja Dragunov
Ilja Rukober (Russian: Илья Рукобер, Ilya Rukober; born 10 October 1993) is a Russian professional wrestler, better known by his ring name Ilja Dragunov.
- Ilja Sirosh
Ilja Sirosh (born 19 March 1998) is an Estonian chess International Master (2019), Estonian Chess Championship winner (2017).
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Krittika Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra for Ilja is Krittika. The name Ilja is associated with the deity Agni (God of Fire), and is ruled by the Sun. The symbol for Ilja is Knife or Spear, and it is characterized by Energy, Power. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Sharp, Fiery.| name | Krittika |
| Deity | Agni (God of Fire) |
| Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Symbol | Knife or Spear |
| Primary Quality | Energy, Power |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Sharp, Fiery |
Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology) - 5
Baby Name Ilja Numerology: Name Ilja has a number value of 5 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
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Syllables in Ilja Name
How many syllables in baby name Ilja? Ilja has 2 syllables. The name "Ilja" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Ilja? | 2 (il - ja) |
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 4 (i, l, j, a) |
| Ilja backwards: | ajli |
| Ilja sorted alphabetically: | aijl |
Name Ilja is combinations of, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of J, 1 occurance of A.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Ilja
Ilja's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Ilja on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Ilja! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Ilja, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Ilja! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Ilja
What is the meaning of Ilja?
Name Ilja means Yahweh is my God. as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Ilja Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Ilja?
Name Ilja has numerology 6 as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Ilja?
The lucky number of name Ilja is 6 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Ilja name?
The name Ilja has 4 letters. The name Ilja consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Ilja?
Name Ilja belongs to Krittika nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Ilja come from?
Ilja is a Hebrew, Latvian name given to Girls as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Ilja?
The name Ilja is of Hebrew, Latvian origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Ilja mean?
Name Ilja means Yahweh is my God. as per The ParentZ
What does the name Ilja mean?
Ilja is of Hebrew, Latvian origin and means Yahweh is my God. as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Ilja?
Ilja means Yahweh is my God. and is a Hebrew, Latvian name given to Girls as per The ParentZ
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The name Ilja consists of 4 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Ilja! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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