Lily: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: le-e-le-e
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Lily flower

The name Lily is a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "lily flower" or “pure”. It has historically been symbolic of innocence and is one of the most popular flower names for girls. The name Lily comes from the Latin word for the lily flower, "lilium". It is traditionally used as a girl's name and is derived from the flower, a symbol of purity.

Lily Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Lily is currently #35 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Lily is currently #15 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Lily is currently #34 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Lily is currently #15 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Lily

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Lily, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Lily Collins: Lily Collins is a British-American actress known for her roles in "Mirror Mirror," "To the Bone," and "Emily in Paris."
  • Lily James: Lily James is an English actress known for her roles in "Cinderella," "Downton Abbey," and "Baby Driver."
  • Lily Allen: Lily Allen is an English singer, songwriter, and author known for her hit songs "Smile" and "The Fear."
  • Lily Rabe: Lily Rabe is an American actress known for her roles in "American Horror Story" and "The Undoing."

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