Liliana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Liliana has its origins in Latin, meaning 'lily.' It has evolved through various languages and is often associated with purity and beauty. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is viewed positively in modern times, and several notable individuals bear this name.
The name Liliana is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Liliana has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Liliana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5603rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3752nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 960th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 433rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 192nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 107th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Liliana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Liliana"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈliːənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Liliana is derived from the Latin word 'lilium,' which means 'lily.' The name has been associated with purity and beauty, as the lily flower is often a symbol of these traits.
Meaning
lily
Language Evolution
Lilium (Latin), Liliana (Italian, Spanish, Portuguese), Lily (English)
Historical Usage
The name Liliana gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Latin American and European cultures. It has become a favored name for girls in many countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Lily, Lili, Lilith, Lilianna
Modern Popularity & Image
Liliana is currently perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with beauty and femininity. It remains a popular choice for parents naming their daughters.
Famous People
Liliana Cavendish, British socialite, Liliana Rodriguez, Venezuelan actress, Liliana de la Rosa, Mexican artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Liliana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Liliana"
"Liliana" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5603rd of 16616 | 119 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3752nd of 12526 | 199 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 960th of 19264 | 2,125 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 433rd of 27321 | 9,104 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 192nd of 35406 | 28,096 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 107th of 30306 | 32,312 |
Regional Popularity of "Liliana" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
29.32% 1852nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Liliana" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
74.81% 1818th/2430 |
83.42% 2380th/2853 |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.30% 1301st/2937 |
31.55% 1099th/3483 |
24.84% 874th/3518 |
13.87% 561st/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.38% 751st/3685 |
17.70% 792nd/4475 |
10.11% 525th/5194 |
3.51% 222nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.82% 221st/4582 |
4.26% 220th/5164 |
3.17% 232nd/7313 |
1.77% 132nd/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
2.96% 118th/3984 |
1.92% 86th/4487 |
1.89% 129th/6822 |
1.26% 79th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Liliana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Liliana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.