Lily
Lily is derived from the flower name, symbolizing purity, innocence, and beauty. The name has Latin origins from 'lilium' and has been used in English-speaking countries since the Victorian era when flower names became fashionable.
Current Popularity
#24 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce in English
- •Can be used as a standalone name or as a nickname for Lillian
- •The flower symbolism makes it meaningful across many cultures
- •Popular worldwide with slight spelling variations (Lilly, Lili)
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Lily James
Actress known for Downton Abbey and Cinderella
Lily Collins
Actress and model known for Emily in Paris
Lily Tomlin
Comedian and actress
Lily Allen
British singer-songwriter
Statistics
182,901
Total births since 1880
2011
Peak year
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