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Lillian

LIL-ee-an

Popularity

#54

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

472,453

Peak Year

#10,075 in 1920

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Lillian is a name derived from the flower lily, symbolizing purity, innocence, and beauty. It is of Latin origin.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Lillian Gish

    American actress of the silent film era.

  • Lillian Hellman

    American playwright, author, and screenwriter.

Nicknames

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

GracefulElegantKindBeautiful

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