Lilou
Lilou is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,148 in the US, popular nicknames include Lil, Liy, and Lilie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lilou first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 347 babies have been named Lilou in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lilou is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,148 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,148
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Lilou
Lilou is a girl name .
Lilou is currently ranked #9,148 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lilou include Lil, Liy, and Lilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lilou include Lilo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis