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Lyllian

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Pronounced LIL-ee-un /ˈlɪl.i.ən/Medium

Meaning: A modern respelling of Lillian, a name in the Lily family (from Latin lilium, 'lily'), historically an elaboration of Elizabeth. Classic and floral.Low

In 30 seconds: A fresh take on Lillian: Lyllian respells the lily name (said 'LIL-ee-un'). Classic and floral.
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Origin LowEnglish, Latin
MeaningA modern respelling of Lillian, a name in the Lily family (from Latin lilium, 'lily'), historically an elaboration of Elizabeth. Classic and floral.
U.S. rank (2023)#12920 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 630

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919232023

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

Lyllian respells Lillian ('lily'), historically tied to Elizabeth and the lily flower. It reads classic and floral in a fresh spelling — rare in the U.S. (said 'LIL-ee-un').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, floral, and classic.

Did you know? Lyllian is a modern Ly- respelling of Lillian — a Lily-family name from Latin lilium ('lily') — keeping the classic's floral grace (said 'LIL-ee-un').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Lyllian — Lillian respelling; 'lily'

Variations

LillianLilianLyllianne

Nicknames

LilyLil

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lyllian mean?

Lyllian is a modern respelling of Lillian, a Lily-family name meaning 'lily.'

How do you pronounce Lyllian?

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

Is Lyllian a boy or girl name?

Lyllian is a girl's name.

How popular is Lyllian?

Lyllian is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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