Lilian
girl name#560 in 2025Lilian entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #360 in 1882, ranks #560 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#560
rank today
#360
peak (1882)
537
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #445 |
| 1890s | #556 |
| 1900s | #677 |
| 1910s | #750 |
| 1920s | #1235 |
| 1930s | #2097 |
| 1940s | #2418 |
| 1950s | #2649 |
| 1960s | #2169 |
| 1970s | #1922 |
| 1980s | #1685 |
| 1990s | #1065 |
| 2000s | #527 |
| 2010s | #523 |
| 2020s | #591 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lilian has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,000 people named Lilian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lilian alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lilian in 2025?
- Lilian ranks #560 among US girl names in 2025, with 537 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lilian most popular?
- Lilian peaked in 1882, reaching #360 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lilian with classmates?
- Lilian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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