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Lilliann

LIL-ee-an · Variant of Lillian, derived from the Latin name Liliana, a feminine form of the name Lilius, which is a flower name.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,780
Babies named in 2025
39
Peak popularity
2009
2025 frequency
1 in 41,212 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2013

Declining since 2013, #3,780 for girls today.

Popularity of Lilliann since 1957

Babies named Lilliann per year in U.S. Social Security records.

2550751960198020002020Most births 2009Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s5
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s53
2000s395
2010s554
2020s251

Meaning & origin

The name Lilliann is a modern respelling of the classic Lillian, which itself has Latin roots. First recorded in the United States in 1957, the name saw its peak popularity in 2009. Since 2013, its usage has been declining, and in the most recent year of data (2025), it ranked 3780, with about 1 in 41,212 babies named Lilliann. The variant has been most frequently chosen in Texas. While never a top-tier name, Lilliann offers a slightly unconventional take on a familiar flower name, appealing to parents seeking individuality with a traditional feel.

Lilliann is a modern respelling of Lillian, which originated as a Latin name Liliana, a feminine form of the Roman family name Lilius. The name became associated with the lily flower via folk etymology. Lillian gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, and Lilliann is a less common variant that emerged in the mid-20th century.

Where Lilliann is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lily, Lil, Ann, Annie

Variants: Lillian, Lilian, Lilliana, Lilyann

Sibling names for Lilliann

Names that share Lilliann's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lilliann mean?
Lilliann is a variant spelling of Lillian, which is derived from the Latin word for lily flower.
How popular is the name Lilliann?
Lilliann was ranked 3780 in the United States in the latest year (2025), with approximately 1 in 41,212 newborns given this name.
Is Lilliann a boy or girl name?
Lilliann is almost exclusively used as a name for girls.