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Lilliam

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Lilliam is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A variant spelling of Lillian, a name of Latin origin, a variant of the flower name Lily.”. It currently ranks #14464 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1966.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Lilliam Means

A variant spelling of Lillian, a name of Latin origin, a variant of the flower name Lily.

The Story of Lilliam

A lyrical variation of Lillian, this name sings of gentle beauty and classic romanticism, a bloom waiting to be discovered.

Lilliam is a variant spelling of Lillian, a name with Latin origins intrinsically linked to the lily flower. The lily, symbolizing purity and delicate beauty, lends its grace to the name. While Lillian rose to prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lilliam emerged as a softer, perhaps more distinctive, alternative, embracing the same floral elegance with a unique touch.

Saying 'Lilliam' feels like touching the softest petal. There's a gentle, romantic lilt to the name that evokes a sense of tender care. When you imagine writing this name, perhaps on a christening gown, it feels like an act of pure affection, a soft blessing for a child you already know will be deeply loved. It's a name that promises a heart full of warmth.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

GentleKindCaringRomantic

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Peak Year

#23 in 1966

Total Births

825

First Recorded

1886

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