Lilliam Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIL-ee-um /ˈlɪl.i.əm/
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: lily; English: derived from Lillian
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lilliam is believed to be a variant of the name Lillian, which itself derives from the Latin word "lilium," meaning "lily." The lily flower has been associated with purity and innocence, and this connection can be traced back to ancient civilizations. The name Lillian emerged in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, influenced by the popularity of floral names and the romanticism surrounding nature.
The transition from Latin to English occurred through Old French, where "lilie" was used, before evolving into the various forms seen in modern names. Historically, the name Lillian gained prominence through various cultural references, including its appearance in literature and the arts.
The name is often linked to the biblical symbol of the lily, which is mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew, where it signifies God's provision and care. Additionally, the name has been borne by several notable figures, including Lillian Gish, an influential actress in the early 20th century, who contributed to the name's cultural resonance.
The use of Lillian in the King James Bible and other religious texts has further solidified its significance within Christian traditions. The enduring appeal of Lilliam and its variants can be attributed to their associations with beauty and grace, as well as their roots in nature.
The lily has been a symbol of various virtues across different cultures, including purity in Christianity and fertility in ancient Greek mythology. This multifaceted symbolism has allowed the name to maintain its relevance through the centuries, resonating with those who appreciate its historical and cultural depth.
The diminutive form "Lily" also reflects the name's floral origins, often used affectionately in various contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lilliam was first seen in the United States in 1886.
Lilliam has ranked as high as #1046 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Lilliam has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lilliam 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 Lilliam was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lilliam (1986)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
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 Lilliam.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1886 | 6 |