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soh-FEE-uh
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Liliana
GirlItalian, Spanish· “lily; also from Elizabeth”
- Meaning
- lily; also from Elizabeth
- Origin
- Italian, Spanish
- Pronunciation
- lih-lee-AH-nuh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #78
- US babies 2025
- 3,118
- Best rank
- #78 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Liliana
Liliana is an Italian and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “lily; also from Elizabeth”.
Liliana is usually linked to the lily flower, from Latin lilium, and in some traditions it is also treated as a form of Elizabeth through the diminutive Lili. It is used in Italy, Spain, Poland, Portugal and Latin America, and it has become popular in the United States as a longer, more flowing alternative to Lily. The lily has long been a symbol of purity and renewal in European art and religion. Liliana has a lyrical, four-syllable rhythm that sounds graceful and romantic. Lily, Lili, Liana and Ana are all possible nicknames, giving the name plenty of flexibility.
Other spellings with the same sound: Lilliana.
Popularity over time
Liliana first appears in US Social Security records in 1950. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 54 different years, starting in 1972. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #78, and its highest count, 3,118 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #5,038 in 1950, #640 in 1980, #300 in 2000, #124 in 2010, and #78 in 2025. Of the 74,990 US girls named Liliana since records began, 35% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 17,620 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Melody, Lyla, Maeve, Daisy, and Emery.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Liliana ranked highest in Nevada, New Mexico, and Rhode Island.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | #22 | 54 |
| New Mexico | #22 | 31 |
| Rhode Island | #33 | 18 |
| Arizona | #43 | 102 |
| California | #46 | 522 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Liliana is usually pronounced lih-lee-AH-nuh, with four syllables. It has seven letters, starts with L and ends in “-na”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Lilliana.
Middle names for Liliana
A few middle names that flow with Liliana: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Liliana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Liliana mean?
Liliana is an Italian and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “lily; also from Elizabeth”.
What is the origin of the name Liliana?
Liliana has Italian, Spanish, and Latin roots. Liliana is usually linked to the lily flower, from Latin lilium, and in some traditions it is also treated as a form of Elizabeth through the diminutive Lili.
Is Liliana a popular name?
Yes. Liliana ranked #78 in the US in 2025, which makes it one of the 100 most popular names.
Is Liliana a boy or girl name?
Liliana is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Liliana?
Liliana is usually pronounced lih-lee-AH-nuh. 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