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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIL-an /ˈlɪl.ən/
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: Lily; Latin: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lillan is believed to derive from the Latin word "lilium," meaning "lily," which has been associated with purity and beauty. The transition into English likely occurred through the Old French "lilie" during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, which brought many Latin-based names into the English vernacular.
The lily flower itself has held significant symbolic meaning across various cultures, often representing innocence and virtue, particularly in Christian iconography where it is associated with the Virgin Mary. Historically, the name Lillan can be linked to the broader family of names derived from the lily, such as Lillian and Lilian, which gained prominence in the 19th century.
The name Lillian appears in literary works and was popularized by figures such as Lillian Russell, a famous American actress and singer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The use of the name in various forms can be traced back to the medieval period, where it was sometimes used in religious contexts, reflecting the flower's association with the divine.
Culturally, the lily has been a symbol of purity and renewal, often appearing in art and literature throughout history. In addition to its religious connotations, the flower has been embraced in various traditions and folklore, further solidifying its place in the cultural lexicon.
The name Lillan, while less common than its variants, carries with it the rich heritage of the lily's symbolism and the historical significance of names derived from nature, which have long been favored in many cultures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lillan was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Lillan has ranked as high as #887 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lillan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lillan is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lillan was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lillan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lillan.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |