Lilliam Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lilliam is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'lily'. It has evolved from the Latin word 'lilium' to its modern form in English. The name is often associated with purity and beauty. There is no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity grew in the late 19th century as floral names gained favor. Common variants include Lillian and Lily, and the name is seen as elegant and feminine in contemporary society.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lilliam"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪli.əm/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lilliam is derived from the Latin word 'lilium', which means 'lily'. The lily flower is often associated with purity and beauty.
Meaning
lily
Language Evolution
Lilium (Latin), Lillium (Middle English), Lilliam (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lilliam gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as floral names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Lillian, Lily, Lillie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lilliam is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Lilliam McKinney, Lilliam C. McCarthy
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Lilliam Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 23 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lilliam"
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 "Lilliam"
"Lilliam" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3119th of 9107 | 153 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7783rd of 9204 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4150th of 12526 | 167 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4399th of 19264 | 210 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8891st of 27321 | 117 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14637th of 35406 | 81 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15733rd of 30306 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Lilliam" 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 "Lilliam" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
53.00% 1288th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
46.77% 1629th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lilliam"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lilliam" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lilliam" in the United States
The name Lilliam is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Lilliam has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Lilliam' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3119th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4150th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4399th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8891st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14637th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lilliam' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.