Ilanit (אילנית) is a Hebrew feminine given name, meaning "tree" or "oak tree" in Hebrew. It is the feminization of Ilan, which directly means "tree." The name is most famously associated with the Israeli singer Ilanit (born Hanna Dresner-Tzakh), who adopted it as her stage name.Etymology and VariantsThe name Ilanit derives from the Hebrew root אילן (ilan), meaning "tree." This root is common in Hebrew names, such as Ilana, a variant of Ilanit. The feminine suffix -it gives the name a delicate, affectionate connotation, making it a poetic counterpart to Ilan. In modern Hebrew, Ilanit is used as a first name symbolizing growth, strength, and natural beauty.Cultural SignificanceIlanit rose to prominence largely because of the Israeli singer Ilanit, one of the country's most popular singers from the late 1960s through the 1980s. She recorded over 600 songs and 30 albums, and represented Israel twice at the Eurovision Song Contest: in 1973 with "Ey Sham" (Israel's debut entry) and in 1977 with "Ahava Hi Shir Lishnayim." Before her solo success, she performed as part of the duo Ilan & Ilanit. Born in Tel Aviv in 1947, she adopted the stage name Ilanit while living in Brazil as a child, and it became her public identity after returning to Israel in 1960.Distribution and UsageIlanit is primarily used among Hebrew-speaking communities in Israel and the Jewish diaspora. While not as common as its variant Ilana, it remains a distinctive choice, especially given its musical and botanical associations.Meaning: Tree, oak treeOrigin: HebrewType: Feminine given nameUsage Regions: Israel, Jewish diasporaRelated Names: Ilana, Ilan