Lil Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlil / lɪlEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Little; Hebrew: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lil is often considered a diminutive of names like Lillian or Lily, which are derived from the flower symbolizing purity and beauty. In Hebrew, it can be associated with the name Elizabeth, which means 'God is my oath.' The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often reflecting a trend towards shorter, more informal names.
Trend Summary
The name Lil has seen a rise in popularity as part of a broader trend towards shorter names in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lily
- Lillian
International Variants
- Lili (French)
- Lilly (German)
- Lila (Spanish)
Famous people named Lil
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lil was first seen in the United States in 1916. Lil has ranked as high as #1095 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lil has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lil
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |