Frieda vs Lilli

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frieda

Girl #4,011 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, beloved peace"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian Jewish European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,011
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Fri, Freddie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Lilli

Girl #3,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,966
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Frieda Rank #4,011
Lilli Rank #3,966

Lilli is more popular, ranked #3966 vs #4011 for Frieda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Frieda ___

  • Frieda Rose
  • Frieda Louise
  • Frieda Marie
  • Frieda Anna
  • Frieda Kate
  • Frieda Elisabeth

Lilli ___

  • Lilli Rose
  • Lilli Mae
  • Lilli Grace
  • Lilli Jane
  • Lilli Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Frieda

Helga Ingrid Gertrude Otto Wilhelm

If you choose Lilli

Violet Daisy Oliver Henry Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frieda or Lilli more popular?

Lilli is more popular, ranked #3966 compared to Frieda at #4011 in the United States.

What do Frieda and Lilli mean?

Frieda means "peaceful, beloved peace" (Old High German origin). Lilli means "lily flower" (Latin origin).

Are Frieda and Lilli boy or girl names?

Frieda is primarily a girl name. Lilli is primarily a girl name.

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