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Lilias

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Pronounced LIL-ee-us /ˈlɪl.i.əs/Medium

Meaning: A traditional Scottish form of Lillian, ultimately from the lily (Latin lilium), a flower long tied to purity and innocence. Vintage and distinctly Scots.Low

In 30 seconds: A Scottish take on Lillian: Lilias means 'lily' (said 'LIL-ee-us'). Vintage, floral, and distinctive.
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Origin MediumScottish, Latin
MeaningA traditional Scottish form of Lillian, ultimately from the lily (Latin lilium), a flower long tied to purity and innocence. Vintage and distinctly Scots.
U.S. rank (2025)#16301 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1922
Total births (all-time)≈ 105

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192219152025

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

Lilias is a Scottish form of Lillian, from the Latin lilium, 'lily.' Long used in Scotland, it reads vintage and floral — rare in the U.S. but rich in heritage (said 'LIL-ee-us').

It appears rarely in the U.S., more familiar in Scotland. Rare, floral, and vintage.

Did you know? Lilias is a traditional Scottish form of Lillian, from the lily — a flower long linked to purity — giving it a vintage, distinctly Scots charm (said 'LIL-ee-us').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Lilias — Scottish form of Lillian; 'lily'

Variations

LilliasLilianLillian

Nicknames

LilyLil

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Lillian— the name it forms
Lilian— a spelling cousin
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Lilibet— a like vintage Lily name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lilias mean?

Lilias is a Scottish form of Lillian, from the lily (Latin lilium).

How do you pronounce Lilias?

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

Is Lilias a boy or girl name?

Lilias is a girl's name.

How popular is Lilias?

Lilias is a rare name in the U.S.

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