Ильшат

Ilshat

boyTatar (Turkic + Persian)

Ilshat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Joy of the homeland”.

MeaningJoy of the homeland
GenderBoy
OriginTatar (Turkic + Persian)
Written asИльшат
Pronunciationeel-SHAHT
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Ilshat

Ilshat joins the Turkic il (country, people) with the Persian shād (joyful), meaning the joy of the nation. It is a typical Tatar and Bashkir creation, alongside Ilnur and Ildar. The feminine Ilsiyar is a related Tatar name.

Is Ilshat a Muslim name?

Yes. Ilshat is used by Muslim Tatar and Bashkir families, meaning joy of the homeland.

Where is the name Ilshat used?

Common in Tatarstan and Bashkortostan.

Gifts with the name Ilshat

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.

Spellings and variants of Ilshat

Ilshad

Read more

More boy names like Ilshat

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ilshat mean?

Ilshat means 'Joy of the homeland'. It comes from Tatar (Turkic + Persian).

Is Ilshat a Muslim name?

Yes. Ilshat is used by Muslim Tatar and Bashkir families, meaning joy of the homeland.

How do you pronounce Ilshat?

Ilshat is pronounced eel-SHAHT.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.