Lillis Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIL-iss /ˈlɪlɪs/
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: lily; Irish: derived from 'Líle'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lillis is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Lilith, which translates to 'night monster' or 'screech owl.' The term Lilith appears in ancient Jewish texts, including the Babylonian Talmud, where she is depicted as a figure associated with the night and often linked to themes of femininity and independence. The name underwent various transformations as it passed through different languages and cultures, eventually influencing the formation of Lillis in English.
The transition from Hebrew to Greek and then into Latin, where it may have been adapted, reflects the broader historical movements of Jewish and Christian texts through the centuries. In the medieval period, Lilith was often referenced in folklore and literature, particularly in Jewish mysticism, where she was portrayed as Adam's first wife before Eve, embodying a more rebellious and untamed aspect of femininity.
This association contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultural narratives. The name Lillis itself may have emerged as a diminutive or variant form, gaining traction in English-speaking regions during the late Middle Ages, when names derived from biblical and mythological figures were particularly popular.
Culturally, Lillis carries connotations of strength and independence, resonating with the symbolic attributes of its predecessor, Lilith. The name has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, often reflecting themes of empowerment and the complexity of female identity.
As a result, Lillis has maintained a certain allure, drawing from its rich historical and cultural heritage that spans centuries, making it a name steeped in both mythological significance and linguistic evolution.
Famous people named Lillis
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Lillis McCarthy is a writer best known for her novels and contributions to contemporary literature.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lillis was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Lillis has ranked as high as #2910 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lillis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lillis 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 Lillis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Lillis.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 | 8 |
| 1944 | 8 | 8 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 | 9 |
| 1938 | 13 | 13 |
| 1937 | 8 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 15 | 15 |
| 1934 | 12 | 12 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 |
| 1931 | 12 | 12 |
| 1930 | 12 | 12 |
| 1929 | 15 | 15 |
| 1928 | 15 | 15 |
| 1927 | 16 | 16 |
| 1926 | 15 | 15 |
| 1925 | 20 | 20 |
| 1924 | 14 | 14 |
| 1923 | 20 | 20 |
| 1922 | 20 | 20 |
| 1921 | 16 | 16 |
| 1920 | 21 | 21 |
| 1919 | 25 | 25 |
| 1918 | 13 | 13 |
| 1917 | 17 | 17 |
| 1916 | 19 | 19 |
| 1915 | 20 | 20 |
| 1914 | 12 | 12 |
| 1913 | 12 | 12 |
| 1911 | 13 | 13 |
| 1910 | 7 | 7 |
| 1909 | 6 | 6 |
| 1908 | 11 | 11 |
| 1907 | 5 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 | 5 |
| 1904 | 7 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 | 5 |
| 1902 | 8 | 8 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 | 5 |
| 1896 | 8 | 8 |
| 1895 | 8 | 8 |
| 1894 | 5 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 | 6 |
| 1891 | 7 | 7 |
| 1890 | 7 | 7 |
| 1889 | 9 | 9 |
| 1887 | 6 | 6 |
| 1885 | 7 | 7 |
| 1880 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Lillis
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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