Lilly
girl name#252 in 2025Lilly entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #103 in 2011, ranks #252 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#252
rank today
#103
peak (2011)
1,218
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #216 |
| 1890s | #260 |
| 1900s | #288 |
| 1910s | #354 |
| 1920s | #392 |
| 1930s | #461 |
| 1940s | #612 |
| 1950s | #801 |
| 1960s | #1018 |
| 1970s | #1610 |
| 1980s | #1705 |
| 1990s | #1043 |
| 2000s | #233 |
| 2010s | #135 |
| 2020s | #241 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lilly has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 55,500 people named Lilly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lilly alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lilly in 2025?
- Lilly ranks #252 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,218 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lilly most popular?
- Lilly peaked in 2011, reaching #103 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lilly with classmates?
- Lilly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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