Declining since 2013, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Lyllian since 1923
Babies named Lyllian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 12 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 252 |
| 2010s | 304 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Lyllian is a modern respelling of the classic Lillian, a name that has been in use since the 19th century. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1923, but it saw its peak in 2014, a year that coincided with a rise in vintage flower names. However, since 2013 its popularity has been falling. By 2025, Lyllian was relatively rare, given to about 1 in every 321,453 girls. The name's spelling with a 'y' sets it apart from the more common Lillian, offering a distinctive twist. Despite its rarity, Lyllian connects to the enduring charm of flower names and the feminine softness of the lily.
Lyllian is a modern respelling of Lillian, which itself comes from the Latin 'lilium' (lily). The name Lillian emerged in the 19th century as a diminutive of Elizabeth or as a flower name. Lyllian first appeared in U.S. records in 1923 and saw a peak in popularity in 2014.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lily, Lil, Lia, Ylli
Sibling names for Lyllian
Names that share Lyllian's style, for a brother or sister.
