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Lila vs Lillie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lila

Girl #207 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine play"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

English Indian Persian Arabic German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#207
Total SSA Count
1,475
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lila Rank #207
Lillie Rank #683

Lila is more popular, ranked #207 vs #683 for Lillie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lila or Lillie more popular?

Lila is more popular, ranked #207 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Lila and Lillie mean?

Lila means "divine play" (Sanskrit origin). Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin).

Are Lila and Lillie boy or girl names?

Lila is primarily a girl name. Lillie is primarily a girl name.

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