Lily
boy nameLily entered the US charts in 1927, peaked at #3679 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1927–2025
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rank today
#3679
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4210 |
| 1930s | #3679 |
| 1980s | #6941 |
| 2000s | #7657 |
| 2010s | #9285 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Lily are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lily 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 Lily in 2025?
- Lily is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lily most popular?
- Lily peaked in 1934, reaching #3679 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lily with classmates?
- Lily will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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