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Lilia
GirlLatin, Spanish· “lily”
- Meaning
- lily
- Origin
- Latin, Spanish
- Pronunciation
- LIHL-ee-uh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #859
- US babies 2025
- 315
- Best rank
- #752 (1928)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Lilia
Lilia is a Latin and Spanish name that means “lily”.
Lilia comes from the Latin lilium, meaning lily, and is used as a given name in Spanish, Italian, Russian and other languages. In Slavic countries it is also a form of Lilian or Lilya. The lily has long symbolized purity and grace in European art, which gives the name a gentle, classic feel. Lilia is a slightly more unusual alternative to Lily and Lillian, with a lyrical three-syllable rhythm. It can be pronounced LIL-ee-uh or LEE-lee-uh, and Lili and Lia are pretty short forms.
Popularity over time
Lilia first appears in US Social Security records in 1884. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 36 different years, starting in 1884. Its best national rank was #752 in 1928, and the most babies received it in 2025, when 315 were named Lilia. In 2025, 315 babies were named Lilia, and it ranked #859 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #935 in 1920, #1,386 in 1950, #1,039 in 1980, #1,069 in 2000, #874 in 2010, and #859 in 2025. Of the 14,314 US girls named Lilia since records began, 19% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 2,492 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Soraya, Eleanora, Arisbeth, Anaiah, and Elia.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Lilia ranked highest in Hawaii, Virginia, and Utah.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | #150 | 6 |
| Virginia | #559 | 14 |
| Utah | #575 | 7 |
| California | #632 | 50 |
| New York | #646 | 26 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Lilia is usually pronounced LIHL-ee-uh, with three syllables. It has five letters, starts with L and ends in “-ia”.
Middle names for Lilia
A few middle names that flow with Lilia: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Lilia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lilia mean?
Lilia is a Latin and Spanish name that means “lily”.
What is the origin of the name Lilia?
Lilia has Latin, Spanish, and Russian roots. Lilia comes from the Latin lilium, meaning lily, and is used as a given name in Spanish, Italian, Russian and other languages.
Is Lilia a popular name?
Yes. Lilia ranked #859 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Lilia a boy or girl name?
Lilia is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Lilia?
Lilia is usually pronounced LIHL-ee-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings