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Origin, Meaning, And History of Lillian
The name Lillian is derived from the Latin word “Lilium,” which means “flower Lily.” The lily flower is known for its delicate appearance and sweet fragrance, and these traits have also been associated with the name Lillian.
With the spread of the French colonial empire around the world in the early 1700s, this name initially gained popularity. The name was popularized as a given name in the 19th century and has been a popular choice for baby girls ever since. It symbolizes innocence, beauty, and purity.
The name Lillian is pronounced as “LI–lee-ən.” It has several variations in different cultures, including Lillie, Lily, Lilliana, and Lilian. It is a name primarily used for girls throughout the world. However, a French variant of it, i.e., Lilian, is often used for boys.
Several notable figures throughout history have carried the name Lillian, including actress Lillian Gish, one of the pioneers of the silent film era, and civil rights activist Lillian Smith, who was a prominent voice in the American South during the mid-20th century.
Director Baz Luhrmann’ and television actress Mary McCormack’ are some of the few celebrities who have named their daughters Lillian. The name Lillian has been used as a character name in literature, film, and television and is versatile enough to fit a range of genres, from drama to comedy. Some famous fictional characters named Lillian include Lillian, a character in the American sitcom television series Charles in Charge, and Lillian DeVille, from the nickelodeon TV series Rugrats and All Grown Up!
Other popular characters are Lillian Kaushtupper, landlady of Kimmy and Titus in the Netflix original series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt; Lillian van der Woodsen, mother of Serena van der Woodsen in the Gossip Girl series, and Queen Lilian, mother of Fiona in the Shrek series.
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Famous People With The Name Lillian
- Lillian CopelandAmerican Olympic discus champion
- Lilian GarciaAmerican singer and ring announcer
- Lillian Greene-ChamberlainAmerican sprinter
- Lillian HobanAmerican author
- Lillian Pulitzer RousseauAmerican fashion designer
- Lilian UchtenhagenSwiss economist and politician
- Lillian Carpenter StreeterAmerican social reformer
- Lillian WaldFounder of American community nursing
Lillian On The Popularity Chart
According to the US Social Security Administration chart, Lillian has been fairly popular in the United States since the 1980s. Its popularity rapidly increased in early 2000 before dropping to less significant numbers by 2017.
Popularity Over Time
This name saw its peak popularity in 2017, with over 7,169 babies per million named Lillian. Check out the graphic representation for detailed insights.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Since 2002, Lillian has consistently ranked among the top 100 baby girl names in the United States, and in 2005, it reached the top 50. Its popularity peaked around August 2020.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Lillian
Here is a list of popular baby girl names that resemble Lillian but have different meanings.
Names With the Same Meaning As Lillian
If you are looking for baby names that are as pure and lovely as Lillian, look no further. Here are some worthwhile names to consider.
Name Numerology For Lillian
