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Lillyana

lil-ee-AH-nah · A modern elaborated form of Lily, ultimately derived from the flower name lily, symbolizing purity and innocence.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,256
Babies named in 2025
81
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 19,843 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2013

Declining since 2013, #2,256 for girls today.

Popularity of Lillyana since 1995

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

96193289200020102020Most births 2012Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s40
2000s913
2010s2,076
2020s484

Meaning & origin

Lillyana is a modern elaboration of the flower name Lily, formed by adding the popular suffix -ana. First recorded in U.S. data in 1995, the name saw a notable rise in use, peaking in 2012 at a rank of 2256. Since 2013, its popularity has been gradually declining. In 2025, approximately 1 in 19,843 girls were named Lillyana. The name has been most frequently used in South Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, reflecting a preference in certain regions. As a contemporary invention, Lillyana lacks deep historical roots but fits within the trend of ornate, multisyllabic feminine names that gained traction in the early 21st century.

Lillyana is a modern coinage that combines the popular name Lily with the fashionable suffix -ana, creating a longer, more ornate variant. The base name Lily itself comes from the Latin word lilium, referring to the flower, which has been used as a given name since the 19th century. Lillyana first appeared in U.S. records in 1995 and rose in popularity during the 2000s and early 2010s, reflecting the trend toward elaborate feminine names.

Where Lillyana is most popular

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

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lily, Lilly, Ana, Lia

Variants: Liliana, Lilliana, Lilyana, Lilliana

Sibling names for Lillyana

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

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Questions parents ask

What is the meaning of the name Lillyana?
Lillyana is a modern elaboration of Lily, referring to the flower and symbolizing purity.
How popular is Lillyana currently?
In 2025, Lillyana ranked 2256th in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 19,843 girls given that name.
Is Lillyana a girl's name?
Yes, Lillyana is used almost exclusively for girls.