Lillie
Lillie is a vintage spelling variation of Lily, derived from the flower name symbolizing purity, innocence, and beauty. This charming name has Old English and Latin roots, with the lily flower holding significant meaning across many cultures and religions.
Current Popularity
#684 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •The '-ie' spelling gives this name a more vintage, old-fashioned charm compared to 'Lily'
- •Easy to spell and pronounce, though some may default to the more common 'Lily' spelling
- •Works well as both a formal name and nickname
- •Popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s, now experiencing a gentle revival
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Lillie Langtry
British actress and socialite, mistress of King Edward VII
Lillie P. Bliss
Art collector and co-founder of the Museum of Modern Art
Lillie Mae Rische
American singer-songwriter and fiddle player
Lillie Leatherwood
American civil rights activist
Statistics
158,489
Total births since 1880
1919
Peak year
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