Trilby
Pronunciation: [ tr-IHLB-ee ]
Trilby is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,912 in the US, popular nicknames include Tri, Try, and Triie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Trilby is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced tr-IHLB-ee.
Parents who love the name Trilby often also consider Marielouise, Harold, Deanie .
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Historical Record
Trilby first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 223 babies have been named Trilby in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Trilby is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,912 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,912
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Trilby
Trilby is a girl name .
Trilby is currently ranked #28,912 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Trilby include Tri, Try, Triie, and Trilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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