Lillian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLIL-ee-uhn / ˈlɪl.jənLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: lily; English: derived from the flower
Historical & Cultural Background
Lillian is derived from the Latin word 'lilium,' meaning lily, which symbolizes purity and beauty. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used as a feminine name but has also been adopted for boys in some contexts. The name reflects a connection to nature and floral imagery.
Trend Summary
Lillian has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking among the top names for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lily
- Liliane
International Variants
- Lilián (Spanish)
- Lilian (French)
- Lilliana (Italian)
Famous people named Lillian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lillian was first seen in the United States in 1882. Lillian has ranked as high as #848 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in New York, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Lillian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lillian (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 10 |
| 1891 | 9 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 12 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 13 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 17 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1906 | 14 |
| 1907 | 15 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 30 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 33 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 29 |
| 1923 | 34 |
| 1924 | 35 |
| 1925 | 24 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 45 |
| 1928 | 46 |
| 1929 | 43 |
| 1930 | 30 |
| 1931 | 37 |
| 1932 | 30 |
| 1933 | 23 |
| 1934 | 24 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |