A 1920s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Lilias since 1915
Babies named Lilias per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 8 |
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Lilias is a rare, floral name that saw its peak in 1922 and has been rising again since 2014. After a long decline following its peak in the 1920s, the name has seen a modest comeback, though it remains uncommon. With a rank of 14,942 in 2025 and just 1 in 321,453 girls receiving the name, it offers a distinctive alternative to more common Lily variants. Its revival since the mid-2010s places it among a growing interest in vintage floral names. Lilias did not have any top states in recent years, reflecting its nationwide scarcity.
Lilias is a Scottish and English variant of Lily, itself a floral name from the Latin *lilium*. It rose to modest use in the early 20th century, particularly in Scotland, and saw a small revival in recent decades. The spelling Lilias aligns with the Latinized form of the name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lily, Lia, Lils, Lili
Sibling names for Lilias
Names that share Lilias's style, for a brother or sister.
