Liley
Pronunciation: [ l-IHL-ee ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Liley first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 70 babies have been named Liley in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Liley is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #50,754 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #50,754
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Liley
Liley is a girl name .
Liley is currently ranked #50,754 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Liley include Lil, Liy, Liie, and Lilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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