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Liliana

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Pronounced lil-ee-AH-nuh /ˌlɪl.iˈɑː.nə/High

Meaning: Lily flower; pure — extended Italian/Spanish form of Lily, from Latin liliumHigh

In 30 seconds: A lush Latin flower name meaning 'lily,' with the purity the bloom symbolizes. Liliana adds an extra syllable of romance to Lily and has been climbing U.S. charts, especially in Latino communities.
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Origin HighLatin, Italian
MeaningLily flower; pure — extended Italian/Spanish form of Lily, from Latin lilium
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 52,678

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719502017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Liliana is an Italian and Spanish extended form of Lily, from the Latin lilium, the lily plant. The flower has been a Christian symbol of purity, particularly associated with the Virgin Mary.

Liliana has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries for generations and entered the U.S. top 200 girls' names as Latin American communities grew, rising further in the 2010s.

Did you know? The lily was a symbol of purity and the Virgin Mary in Christian art; in heraldry the stylized lily became the iconic fleur-de-lis.

Variations

LilliaLiliannaLilianeLilliana

Nicknames

LilyLiliLianaAna

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If you like Liliana…

Natalia— four-syllable Latinate classic with the same flowing feminine grace
Valentina— Italian/Spanish flower-era name with the same lyrical romantic length
Ariana— Italian/Latin four-syllable name with the same melodic beauty
Juliana— Latin extended feminine with the same flowing classical sound

Frequently Asked

What does the name Liliana mean?

Liliana is an extended form of Lily, from the Latin lilium, meaning 'lily flower.' The lily symbolizes purity.

How do you pronounce Liliana?

It is said lil-ee-AH-nuh /ˌlɪl.iˈɑː.nə/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Liliana a boy or girl name?

Liliana is used exclusively as a girl's name.

How popular is Liliana?

Liliana has been climbing in the U.S. and now ranks in the top 200 girls' names.