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Girl Name

Lily

"Pure, passion, rebirth, lily flower"

Ranked #24 for girls

About the Name Lily

Meaning

Pure, passion, rebirth, lily flower

Origin

English

Gender

Girl

First Letter

L

Girl Rank

#24

Lily is a girl name of English origin. The name means "Pure, passion, rebirth, lily flower" and Currently ranked #24 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with L or explore other English names.

Popularity Over Time

#1426
1950
#1148
1960
#1219
1970
#2715
1980
#9771
1990
#56261
2000
#68345
2010
#29155
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Lily

  • LC Lily Collins
  • LA Lily Allen
  • LT Lily Tomlin

Names Similar to Lily

Luna

Girl

Moon, divine light

Lucy

Girl

Light, born at dawn

Lila

Girl

Night, dark-haired beauty, playful

Lillian

Girl

Lily flower. Symbolizes purity, innocence, and refined beauty.

Read More About Lily

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Lily: A Name as Timeless and Beautiful as the Flower Itself

Discover the meaning, origin, and soaring popularity of the baby name Lily. From English roots to #24 today — see if Lily is the right name for your girl.

Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
L
Origin
English

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