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Lilas

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Lilac Flower"

Lilas is used in French and other contexts for lilac, functioning as a floral given name associated with the lilac flower.

Themes:flowerfrenchpersianvariant
NatureNaturalUniqueRare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Lilas

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#14463Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Lilas Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Lilas

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Lilas mean?
Lilas means "Lilac Flower". Lilas is used in French and other contexts for lilac, functioning as a floral given name associated with the lilac flowe
What is the origin of Lilas?
Lilas is of French origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Lilas?
According to the latest SSA data, Lilas is currently ranked #14463 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Lilas a girl name?
Lilas is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Lilas?
Popular nicknames for Lilas include lila, lily, ilas, li, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Lilas?
There are many names similar to Lilas in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginFrench, Persian
Syllables2
Length5 letters
US Rank#14463
Trend→ Stable
Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

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