Lillian
English girl's name meaning “lily; purity”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- lily; purity
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #55
- Born in 2023
- 3,937
Meaning & origin
Lillian arose as an elaboration of Lily — the flower symbolising purity — and as a variant of Elizabeth.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Lillian ranked #55 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 3,937 US girls were given the name Lillian.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #26 in 2013
“Unranked” means Lillian was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Lily, Lilly
Lillian: frequently asked questions
What does the name Lillian mean?
Lillian is a English name meaning "lily; purity". Lillian arose as an elaboration of Lily — the flower symbolising purity — and as a variant of Elizabeth.
Where does the name Lillian come from?
Lillian is of English origin. Lillian arose as an elaboration of Lily — the flower symbolising purity — and as a variant of Elizabeth.
Is Lillian a boy or a girl name?
Lillian is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Lillian?
In 2023, 3,937 US girls were given the name Lillian.
Is Lillian a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Lillian ranked #55 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Lillian?
Common nicknames for Lillian include Lily, Lilly.