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Libby vs Lillian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Libby

Girl #1,122 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledged to God, God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Elizabeth)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,122
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Libby Rank #1,122
Lillian Rank #54

Lillian is more popular, ranked #54 vs #1122 for Libby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Libby or Lillian more popular?

Lillian is more popular, ranked #54 compared to Libby at #1122 in the United States.

What do Libby and Lillian mean?

Libby means "pledged to God, God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin). Lillian means "lily flower, pure" (Latin origin).

Are Libby and Lillian boy or girl names?

Libby is primarily a girl name. Lillian is primarily a girl name.

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