"lily flower, purity"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Lillie
Pronunciation: [ l-IHL-ee ]
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"pure, innocent"
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The Story of Lillie
Lillie is a variant spelling of Lily, derived from the Latin 'lilium' and Greek 'leirion,' referring to the lily flower. The lily has been a symbol of purity and innocence in Christian iconography — the Madonna lily is closely associated with the Virgin Mary. The -ie spelling gives it a Victorian warmth, matching the era when flower names were fashionable.
Lily and its variants have been consistently in the US top 50 since the early 2000s. The -ie spelling Lillie is the old-fashioned Victorian form, now seeing renewed interest as parents seek the same warmth with a vintage touch. It was especially popular in the late 19th century.
Lily was the quintessential Victorian flower name — fashionable, fragrant, and pure. The actress Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte Le Breton) was one of the great beauties and scandals of the Victorian era. The name carries associations with both innocence and elegance.
Historical Record
Lillie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 30,224 babies have been named Lillie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lillie is past its peak , currently ranked #683 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Lillie Langtry was the first celebrity endorser in advertising history — she appeared in Pears Soap ads in the 1880s
- The lily is one of only four flowers mentioned by name in the Bible
- Lily/Lillie variants have been in the UK top 5 for two consecutive decades
Lillie in Other Languages
French
Lili
German
Lilli
Italian
Giglio
Spanish
Liliana
Swedish
Lilja
Popularity Over Time
#683
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Lillie
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Lily James
Actor
1989
British actress known for Downton Abbey, Cinderella, and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
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Lillie Langtry
Actor
1853
Victorian actress and socialite known as 'The Jersey Lily,' one of the era's greatest beauties
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Lily Potter Fictional
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Harry Potter's mother in the Harry Potter series, whose sacrifice of love saved her son's life
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #683
- Total SSA Count
- 416
- Cultural Origins
- English American French German
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Lil
Lills
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lillie
What does the name Lillie mean?
"lily flower, purity" (from Latin). "pure, innocent" (from Christian symbolic tradition). Lillie is a variant spelling of Lily, derived from the Latin 'lilium' and Greek 'leirion,' referring to the lily flower. The lily has been a symbol of purity and innocence in Christian iconography — the Madonna lily is closely associated with the Virgin Mary. The -ie spelling gives it a Victorian warmth, matching the era when flower names were fashionable.
What is the origin of the name Lillie?
Lillie has Latin, Christian symbolic tradition, English, American, French, and German origins. In Latin, it means "lily flower, purity". In Christian symbolic tradition, it means "pure, innocent".
Is Lillie a boy or girl name?
Lillie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #683. As a boy name, it is ranked #25945. Lillie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lillie?
Lillie is pronounced l-IHL-ee.
How popular is the name Lillie?
Lillie is currently ranked #683 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lillie?
Common nicknames for Lillie include Lil and Lills.
What are good middle names for Lillie?
Popular middle name pairings include Lillie Mae, Lillie Rose, Lillie Grace, Lillie Ann, Lillie Jane, Lillie Belle, and Lillie Faith.
What are good sibling names for Lillie?
Names that pair well with Lillie as siblings include Violet, Daisy, Iris, Jasper, Finn, Archie, and Rosie.
How many syllables does Lillie have?
Lillie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lillie a common or rare name?
Lillie is moderately common, ranked #683 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Lillie
Lillie is a girl name with English, American, French, and German origins . The name means "lily flower, purity" in Latin .
Is Lillie a boy or girl name? Lillie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #683 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #25,945. Lillie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lillie is currently ranked #683 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Lillie has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-IHL-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lillie include Lil and Lills. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lillie include Lillian, Lilly, Lilliana, Lillianna, Lillith . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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