Lillian

Q: What is the origin of Lillian?

Lillian is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Lillian?

According to the latest SSA data, Lillian is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Lillian a boy name?

Lillian is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Lily Flower"

English name influenced by Lily and possibly Elizabeth variants, commonly associated with the lily flower and purity symbolism.

Themes:lilyflowerenglishlatin

Nature Natural Vintage Retro Unique Rare

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

Popularity History of Lillian

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Lillian did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

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

Lillian Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Lillian.

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Lilie

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Lill

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lily

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lill

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lian

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iany

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Baby Name Lists That Include Lillian

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Lillian mean?

Lillian means "Lily Flower". English name influenced by Lily and possibly Elizabeth variants, commonly associated with the lily flower and purity sym

What is the origin of Lillian?

Lillian is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Lillian?

According to the latest SSA data, Lillian is currently not ranked 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 Lillian a boy name?

Lillian is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Lillian?

Popular nicknames for Lillian include Lilie, Lill, lily, lill, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Lillian?

There are many names similar to Lillian in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, English

Syllables2

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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