Patronymic name (from a parent's given name)
The Ilie Family Name — Meaning & Origin
The surname Ilie is most likely derived from a given name of similar form, such as 'Ilija,' common in Slavic regions.
Origin
Ilie is commonly traced to the Romanian or South Slavic given name 'Ilie' or 'Ilija,' similar to the English name 'Elijah.' The name bears roots in Hebrew, meaning 'My God is Yahweh,' reflecting the influence of religious naming traditions in this area.
Values that often pair with this name
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