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Lilee

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Pronounced LIL-ee /ˈlɪl.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Lily — from the word lily, the flower (Old English lilie, from Latin lilium), a symbol of purity and innocenceMedium

In 30 seconds: The lily flower; purity: Lilee spells Lily — 'the lily flower'. Sweet, nature-fresh, and warm.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Latin
MeaningA spelling of Lily — from the word lily, the flower (Old English lilie, from Latin lilium), a symbol of purity and innocence
U.S. rank (2024)#6519 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 940

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201319972024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lilee is a spelling of Lily — from the word lily, the flower (Old English lilie, from Latin lilium), long a symbol of purity, innocence, and renewal. A sweet, nature-fresh name; the -ee styling personalizes it (nickname Lil).

It registers thinly beside Lily. Rare in this spelling, the-lily-flower at the root, and nature-fresh.

Did you know? Lily is the flower (Old English lilie, from Latin lilium), long a symbol of purity and innocence — Lilee is a -ee spelling, sweet and nature-fresh (said 'LIL-ee').
Overall data confidence 58%
Behind the Name — Lily — root etymology

Variations

LilyLillyLillie

Nicknames

Lil

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lilee mean?

Lilee spells Lily — 'the lily flower', a symbol of purity.

How do you pronounce Lilee?

It's said LIL-ee /ˈlɪl.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lilee a boy or girl name?

Lilee is a girl's name.

How popular is Lilee?

Lilee is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Lily is far more common.

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