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Liliane

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Pronounced lee-lee-AHN /ˌli.liˈɑn/Medium

Meaning: French form of Liliana/Lillian — from Latin lilium, 'lily' (a symbol of purity)High

In 30 seconds: Lily, French-style: Liliane is the French Lilian — 'lily'. Elegant, floral, and warm.

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Origin HighLatin, French

MeaningFrench form of Liliana/Lillian — from Latin lilium, 'lily' (a symbol of purity)

U.S. rank (2025)#4709 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 857

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Liliane is a French form of Liliana/Lillian — from Latin lilium, 'lily' (a symbol of purity and renewal). An elegant, floral name across France and the French-speaking world (said 'lee-lee-AHN').

In the U.S. it appears in French families. Rare, lily at the root, and elegant.

Did you know? Lillian comes from the lily (Latin lilium, a symbol of purity and beauty) — Liliane is the elegant French form, floral and lovely.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Liliane — etymology

Variations

LilianaLillianLilianne

Nicknames

Lili

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Liliane mean?

Liliane is the French Lilian — 'lily' (Latin lilium).

How do you pronounce Liliane?

It's said lee-lee-AHN /ˌli.liˈɑn/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Liliane a boy or girl name?

Liliane is a girl's name.

How popular is Liliane?

Liliane is a rare name in the U.S.