Ilayda
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ilayda: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2005.
Ilayda is a Turkish name whose poetic meaning, “water fairy” or “water nymph,” comes from the combination of “ılay” (water) and the suffix “-da.” It has no ancient origin, having emerged as a modern creation in Turkey, where it gained noticeable popularity from the 1990s onward. Among notable bearers, Turkish actress Ilayda Çevik has brought the name to screens, while the name also appears in Turkish folklore as a mythical water spirit. Though Ilayda has no direct place-name connections, its lyrical sound has spread through Turkish diaspora communities, including a small but growing number of families in Scotland. A close variant is Ilay, which shares the same watery root. The name’s gentle, nature-inspired feel makes it a fresh choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet melodious.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20053 babies
- Latest (2010)
- #8023 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2005
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y