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Lilla

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Lilla is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A short form of names like Liliana or Liselotte, ultimately derived from Elizabeth, meaning 'my God is abundance' (Hebrew).”. It currently ranks #4328 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Lilla Means

A short form of names like Liliana or Liselotte, ultimately derived from Elizabeth, meaning 'my God is abundance' (Hebrew).

The Story of Lilla

This name, a tender echo of divine abundance, was chosen by parents who saw in their daughter a gentle spirit destined to nurture and bring forth beauty.

Lilla is a name with a foundation in the profound Hebrew concept of 'my God is abundance.' Often a sweet diminutive for names like Liliana or Liselotte, it ultimately traces its roots to Elizabeth, a name of immense biblical significance. This name traveled from ancient lands, carried through generations and across cultures, maintaining its essence of plenty and grace, becoming a favored choice in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

To speak 'Lilla' is to offer a gentle caress of sound, soft and warm like the first rays of sun. This name carries the profound promise of growth and overflowing blessings. For your daughter, it suggests a heart full of kindness and a capacity for deep love. You will write 'Lilla' on her baby blanket, on the cover of her storybook, and feel the quiet abundance it represents.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Lilla Cabot Perry

    American Impressionist artist

Personality Traits

GentleKindSweetGracefulLoving

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#85 in 1918

Total Births

4,414

First Recorded

1880

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