Ilan
Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ilan: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2025.
A fresh, modern choice with ancient roots, Ilan is a Hebrew name meaning "tree" or "oak," symbolising strength and endurance. While not traditionally Scottish, it has gained quiet popularity in Scotland’s multicultural naming landscape since the 1990s. Notable bearers include Ilan Ramon, the Israeli astronaut who tragically perished in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster in 2003, and Ilan Mitchell-Smith, the American actor best known for his role in the 1980s film *Weird Science*. The name shares its etymology with a number of places in Israel, such as the forest of Ilanot. Its flowing sound and simple spelling make it a cross-cultural gem, and it is sometimes found as a variant of the Gaelic name Ilan (derived from *ilean*, meaning "island"), though this form is rare.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20254 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #6474 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2025
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y