Ylli

Ylli is a boy's name of Albanian origin, meaning 'the star.' It is derived from the Albanian word yll, which also means 'star.' Additionally, Ylli is associated with Hyllus, a king of the Illyrians from the 13th century.

What does the name Ylli mean?

The name Ylli, an Albanian name for boys, means 'the star' and comes from the Albanian term yll. It is also linked to Hyllus, a king of the Illyrians from the 13th century. Ylli is especially widespread in Albania and Kosovo. The feminine variant of the name is Yllka.

Where does the name Ylli come from?

Ylli is a masculine first name that has Albanian roots and means 'the star.' The word is composed of the Albanian term yll for 'star.' It is commonly used in both Albanian and Kosovo contexts.

How do you pronounce Ylli?

The pronunciation of Ylli is soft and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Yl-li' [ˈʏli] or [ˈɪli]. It begins with a clear front vowel, giving the name a lightness. The double consonant '-ll-' creates a gentle density in the middle, while the bright I at the end provides clarity. Ylli sounds modern and friendly - light, present, and sonically appealing.

Popularity

In Germany, Ylli is among the popular first names. Currently, it ranks 2,308th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2009 at rank 1,188. In the last ten years, Ylli has been given about 90 times, placing it at 2,518th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,789th. The global popularity and frequency of Ylli is reflected in its rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Yl

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ylli Sallahi (Austrian football player)
• Ylli Shameti (Albanian footballer)
• Ylli Shehu (footballer from Albania)