Eila

AY-luh; eh-luh; EYE-luh

Hebrew, Norwegian variation of Elina

"oak tree; bright, shining light"

Eila Origin and Meaning

The name Eila is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "oak tree; bright, shining light".

Eila is a Hebrew name heard in Israel. The name also has roots in Finland and Norway, where it's derived from Elina, a variation of Helen, or from Aila, a form of Helga. Eila could gain attention as a cross-cultural name and fresh alternative to popular sound-alike choices like Ayla, Ella, and Isla.

Eila Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 704 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Eila

• 704 Nameberry 2025
• 486 Unique 2023

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Famous People Named Eila

• Eila Orvokki Roine Finnish actress
• Eila Pellinen Finnish singer
• Eila Hiltunen Finnish sculptor
• Eila Kivikk’aho (born Eila Sylvia Lamberg) Finnish poet
• Eila Rose daughter of American actress Anna Gunn

The name Eila in Pop Culture

• Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen character in manga/anime "Strike Witches"