Ilo is a rare and unique given name of uncertain origin and meaning. Some sources suggest that it may have originated from the Basque country in Spain, where it could be derived from the Basque word "ilo" which means "evening". However, this is not widely accepted and its true origins remain unclear.
The name Ilo does not appear to have any specific historical significance or figures associated with it. It has never been particularly popular and is rarely encountered outside of certain regions where it has been used traditionally.
Despite its rarity, the name Ilo possesses a certain charm and uniqueness that sets it apart from more common names. Its short and simple pronunciation makes it easy to remember and pronounce in many languages.
The name Ilo has been given to a total of 705 babies born in the United States over the past century and a half, with fluctuations in its popularity over time.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ilo was quite popular, with peaks such as 25 births in 1921. However, by the mid-20th century, the name's popularity began to decline, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1935 onwards.
In recent years, there has been a slight resurgence of the name Ilo, with 6 births each in 2014 and 2020. This demonstrates that while the name may not be as popular today as it once was, it is still being chosen by parents for their newborn children.
Overall, the statistics show that the name Ilo has had a varied history of popularity over time but remains a unique choice for parents looking for something different.