Lilian

Meaning of Lilian

Lilian means "lily flower". It symbolizes purity and beauty.

Lilian has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lilian

Lilian has held fairly steady, sitting around #560 in 2025 after peaking at #417 in 2007.

Notable people named Lilian

• Lillian Gish
  Silent film actress
• Lillian Hellman
  Playwright and screenwriter
• Lilian Thuram
  French Politician
• Lilian Muli
  Kenyan television personality
• Lillian Disney
  Walt Disney's wife

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Questions about the name Lilian

What does the name Lilian mean?

Lilian means lilian means "lily flower". it symbolizes purity and beauty, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Lilian a boy's or a girl's name?

Lilian is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lilian?

In 2025, Lilian ranked #560 for girls, down from #558 the year before.

When was Lilian most popular?

Lilian peaked at #417 in 2007.