Declining since 2018, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Lillah since 1922
Babies named Lillah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 121 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Lillah is a rare and delicate-sounding name that first appeared in the United States in 1922. It reached its peak popularity in 2011, though it remains uncommon, with a rank of 10,107 in 2025 and an incidence of about 1 in 178,585 births. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2018, reflecting a broader trend away from softer, vintage-style names in recent years. While its origins are unclear, Lillah is often considered a variant of Lila or Lilla, giving it a lyrical quality that fits well with other short, vowel-ending names.
Lillah is a relatively modern name that first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century. It is likely a variant of Lila, which may derive from the Arabic word for 'night' or the Sanskrit word for 'play,' or from Lilla, a diminutive of Lilian. The name may also be a feminine form of Lil, short for William. Its usage has been rare but persistent, with a modest peak in the 2010s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lil, Lilly
Sibling names for Lillah
Names that share Lillah's style, for a brother or sister.
