Lilla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lilla originates from Latin, meaning 'lily.' It has evolved through various forms and is associated with purity and innocence. Lilla has no biblical relevance. Its popularity grew in the 19th century, and it is currently seen as a beautiful and charming name. Notable individuals with this name include artists and authors.
The name Lilla is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lilla has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lilla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 788th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1251st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2779th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4872nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4520th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lilla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lilla"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lilla is derived from the Latin word 'lilium,' meaning 'lily.' The lily is often associated with purity and innocence.
Meaning
Lily
Language Evolution
Lilla (Modern English), Lilium (Latin), Lili (Old French)
Historical Usage
Lilla gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its association with the flower has contributed to its appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Lily, Lillian, Lilith
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lilla is perceived as a charming and feminine name, often associated with beauty and grace. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.
Famous People
Lilla Watson, an Australian artist and activist, Lilla C. Six, an American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lilla"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lilla"
"Lilla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 788th of 9107 | 1,525 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1251st of 9204 | 665 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2779th of 12526 | 324 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6125th of 19264 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4872nd of 35406 | 432 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4520th of 30306 | 371 |
Regional Popularity of "Lilla" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lilla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
86.95% 1199th/1379 |
25.95% 614th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
42.63% 1003rd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.23% 1918th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
79.85% 5959th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lilla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lilla" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.