Lillia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lillia originates from Latin, meaning 'lily,' which symbolizes purity and beauty. It has evolved from the Latin 'lilium' through Old English into its modern form. Lillia reflects traits of delicacy and femininity, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 19th century, and it remains a charming choice today.
The name Lillia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lillia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lillia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1831st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2515th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3906th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7682nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8671st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3115th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3039th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lillia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lillia"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Lillia is derived from the Latin word 'lilium,' which means 'lily.' The lily flower is often associated with purity and beauty.
Meaning
lily, purity, beauty
Language Evolution
Lilium (Latin), Lile (Old English), Lillia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lillia gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine given name, influenced by the floral name trend.
Variants & Derivatives
Lily, Lila, Lillian
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lillia is perceived as a delicate and feminine name, often associated with nature and beauty.
Famous People
Lillia Black, Lillia McCarthy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lillia"
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 "Lillia"
"Lillia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1831st of 9107 | 369 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2515th of 9204 | 223 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3906th of 12526 | 185 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7682nd of 19264 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8671st of 27321 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3115th of 35406 | 800 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3039th of 30306 | 652 |
Regional Popularity of "Lillia" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lillia" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.36% 2399th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
45.08% 3364th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
70.23% 2798th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
61.84% 3881st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lillia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lillia" 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.