Lilla

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Lilla Pronunciation

Lilla is pronounced LIL-ah /ˈlɪl.ɑ/High

Meaning: Short form of Lillian/Lily — Latin lilium, 'lily' — also a Hungarian name linked to 'lilac'; routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: Lily, doubly soft: Lilla shortens Lillian/Lily — 'the lily flower' — and is a Hungarian name too. Sweet, floral, and gentle.

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Origin MediumLatin, Hungarian

MeaningShort form of Lillian/Lily — Latin lilium, 'lily' — also a Hungarian name linked to 'lilac'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4328 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births33 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1918

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,414

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Lilla is a short form of Lillian/Lily — from Latin lilium, 'lily' — and a Hungarian name linked to 'lilac' (routes layered, which we note). A sweet, floral name across Europe.

In the U.S. it appears in European families. Rare, lily-or-lilac at the root, and gentle.

Did you know? Lilla shortens Lily and Lillian (from Latin lilium, the lily) — and is a charming Hungarian name in its own right, linked to 'lilac'; doubly floral.

Overall data confidence 68%

Behind the Name — Lilla — routes layered

Variations

LilyLillaLilian

Nicknames

Lil

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lilla?

Lilla is pronounced LIL-ah (/ˈlɪl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Lilla said aloud.

How do you say Lilla?

Lilla is said LIL-ah (/ˈlɪl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Lilla said aloud.

What does the name Lilla mean?

Lilla shortens Lily/Lillian ('lily'), and is a Hungarian name linked to 'lilac'; the routes are layered.

Is Lilla a boy or girl name?

Lilla is a girl's name.

How popular is Lilla?

Lilla is a rare name in the U.S.