Dove vs Lilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dove

Girl #1,632 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dove bird, symbol of peace and love"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,632
Total SSA Count
127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Lilo

Girl #3,828 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian German English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,828
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Li, Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dove Rank #1,632
Lilo Rank #3,828

Dove is more popular, ranked #1632 vs #3828 for Lilo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dove ___

  • Dove Anne
  • Dove Marie
  • Dove Elise
  • Dove Rose
  • Dove Grace
  • Dove Celeste

Lilo ___

  • Lilo Rose
  • Lilo Mae
  • Lilo Joy
  • Lilo Skye
  • Lilo Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dove

Wren Lark Hawk Robin Sparrow

If you choose Lilo

Nani Koa Kai Malia Hana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dove or Lilo more popular?

Dove is more popular, ranked #1632 compared to Lilo at #3828 in the United States.

What do Dove and Lilo mean?

Dove means "dove bird, symbol of peace and love" (Old English origin). Lilo means "generous one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Dove and Lilo boy or girl names?

Dove is primarily a girl name. Lilo is primarily a girl name.

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