Lilyan vs Wilma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lilyan

Girl #3,961 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Latin (lilium)

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,961
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lily, Lil, Lyla

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Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Billie, Will, Wil

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Popularity Comparison

Lilyan Rank #3,961
Wilma Rank #4,034

Lilyan is more popular, ranked #3961 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lilyan ___

  • Lilyan Rose
  • Lilyan Grace
  • Lilyan Mae
  • Lilyan Claire
  • Lilyan June
  • Lilyan Marie

Wilma ___

  • Wilma Jean
  • Wilma Mae
  • Wilma Ruth
  • Wilma Louise
  • Wilma Grace
  • Wilma Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lilyan

Violet Daisy Oliver Leo Ivy

If you choose Wilma

Gertrude Hazel Mildred Arlene Ethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lilyan or Wilma more popular?

Lilyan is more popular, ranked #3961 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Lilyan and Wilma mean?

Lilyan means "lily flower, purity" (Latin (lilium) origin). Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Lilyan and Wilma boy or girl names?

Lilyan is primarily a girl name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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