Ilyn is an uncommon and intriguing first name of Slavic origin, predominantly found among Eastern European cultures. It is derived from the Slavic element "il" meaning "light," and thus may be interpreted as a light-bringer or illuminator. Despite its rarity in many parts of the world, Ilyn has a unique charm that sets it apart.
The name Ilyn experienced significant fluctuations in popularity from 1998 to 2019, with peaks in the mid-2010s and valleys in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Over this period, there were a total of 61 births registered with the name Ilyn.