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Lillian: Meaning & Origin

Lillian is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Lily flower; Latin origin, the flower symbolizing purity and innocence”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 14% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

LIL-ee-an

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

86/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 14% of popular names.

Nicknames

Lilly

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

32%
59
2010
40
Current
#31
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Lillian Rose
  • Lillian Grace
  • Lillian Marie

Famous Namesakes

  • Lillian Gish (actress)

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Lillian