Illyria

The name Illyria is primarily used as a girl's name, and it has ancient Greek and Latin roots. The meaning of Illyria is traced back to ancient Greece, to the city of Illyria. The city was named after Illyrius, the son of Harmonia, the goddess of harmony, and Cadmus, the first ancient Greek hero. His descendants came to be known as the Illyrians, which is where we get the female name Illyria and male name Illyrio/Illyrius from. Today, Illyria is a place in the western Balkans and is also known as Illyricum. The name was also popularized by Shakespeare, who set his play 'The Twelfth Night' in a functional land of the same name. The name Illyria has been compared to Ilaria, which is an Italian name that means 'cheerful', however, it is not a variation of the latter. The name Illyria is seen as quite unique and mysterious in today's times and makes a great name for parents looking for something different. 

Gender

Girl

Origin

Greek place-name and feminine variation of Illyrius

Numerology

I is for ignite, the fire in you!

L is for listen, one of your best traits.

L is for lively, your life is full of energy!

Y is for youthful, your eternal look.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

I is for ideals, no higher!

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

Lucky

Illyria lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Illyria

• Clement Freud German politician, writer, and comedian
• Clement Greenberg American art critic