Liliya

Meaning & origin

Liliya is a floral name that entered U.S. records in 1992 and has been steadily rising ever since. Its rank of 5722 in 2025 and 1-in-76,537 rate indicate modest but growing use, with a peak in popularity reached in 2024. The name is a variant of Lily, reflecting a broader trend in English-speaking countries toward floral names, but also carries a distinct Eastern European resonance thanks to its Russian and Slavic form. Parents choosing Liliya may be drawn to its delicate sound and cross-cultural familiarity, though its rarity ensures it remains uncommon. The trajectory suggests continued slow growth, and the name has not yet appeared in the top states data, likely concentrated in diverse urban areas.

Liliya is a spelling variant of Lily, from the Latin lilium (lily flower). In Russian and other Slavic languages, Liliya (Лилия) is the standard form of Lily, directly borrowed from Latin. The name has been in English use since the 19th century alongside other floral names, and in Russia it gained popularity in the 20th century. Its usage in the United States is relatively recent, first recorded in 1992.