Lily vs Noah

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

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Popularity Comparison

Lily Rank #24
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #24 for Lily.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lily ___

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lily or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lily at #24 in the United States.

What do Lily and Noah mean?

Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lily and Noah boy or girl names?

Lily is primarily a girl name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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