Lilly
Lilly is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Purity, innocence, or referring to the lily flower.
Origin and history
Lilly is a classic feminine name derived from the lily flower, long associated with purity and elegance. It serves as a popular variant spelling of Lily and has seen steady usage in the United States over many decades. It remains a top 250 choice for newborn girls in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
66,728 babies in the United States have been named Lilly since 1880. It ranks #494 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #238.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
- OH (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 781 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,107 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,314 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,369 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,964 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,034 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,596 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,416 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,134 |
| 1970-1980 | 630 |
| 1980-1990 | 714 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,270 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,271 |
| 2010-2019 | 23,527 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,601 |
Famous people named Lilly
- Lilly Wachowski: Director, Screenwriter
- Lilly Singh: Comedian, YouTuber
- Lilly King: Swimmer, Athlete
Fun facts
- Derived directly from the Latin word 'lilium', which refers to the flowering plant.
- The double 'l' spelling offers a distinct visual alternative to the traditional single 'l' spelling Lily.