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Ilango

Boy name · Indian

Meaningyoung prince · Tamil

Ilango is an Indian boy name meaning “young prince”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Ilango has the name Ila hiding inside it.
  • Word funIlango doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
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hello, little Ilango

Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Ilango

Ilango is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “young prince”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Ilango at school.

Origin:Indian names

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Questions about the name Ilango

What does the name Ilango mean?

Ilango means “young prince” and comes from Tamil. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Amir (“prince, commander”), Prince (“prince”), Emir (“commander, prince”) and Princeton (“prince's town”).

What is the origin of the name Ilango?

Ilango is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tamil. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).

Is Ilango a boy or girl name?

Ilango is a boy name.

What names are similar to Ilango?

If you like Ilango, you might also like Amir, Prince, Emir and Princeton.

What should I know before naming my baby Ilango?

Ilango is an Indian boy name meaning “young prince”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.