Addison vs Lily

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lily

Girl #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
6,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #68
Lily Rank #24

Lily is more popular, ranked #24 vs #68 for Addison.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addison ___

  • Addison Grace
  • Addison Mae
  • Addison Rose
  • Addison Claire
  • Addison Lee
  • Addison Kate

Lily ___

  • Lily Grace
  • Lily Anne
  • Lily Rose
  • Lily Jane
  • Lily Mae
  • Lily Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Addison

Peyton Parker Harper Jackson Blake

If you choose Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Lily more popular?

Lily is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Addison at #68 in the United States.

What do Addison and Lily mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin).

Are Addison and Lily boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a girl name. Lily is primarily a girl name.

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