Lillyana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lillyana is a name of Latin origin, meaning purity and beauty, derived from the word for lily. It has evolved through various forms in different languages and gained popularity in recent decades. The name is often associated with positive traits of grace and elegance, though it has no specific biblical relevance.
The name Lillyana is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Lillyana has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lillyana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1852nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1522nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lillyana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lillyana"
Pronunciation
/ˌlɪliˈænə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Lillyana is derived from the Latin word 'lilium', which means 'lily'. The name is often associated with purity and beauty.
Meaning
pure, beauty
Language Evolution
Lilium (Latin), Lili (Old French), Lily (Middle English), Lillyana (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lillyana gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of the name Lily, which has been used since medieval times.
Variants & Derivatives
Lily, Lilia, Lilliana, Lilli
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lillyana is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with grace and elegance.
Famous People
Lillyana Mendez (fictional character), Lillyana Rybak (public figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lillyana"
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 "Lillyana"
"Lillyana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1852nd of 35406 | 1,687 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1522nd of 30306 | 1,734 |
Regional Popularity of "Lillyana" 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 "Lillyana" by Generation for Female 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) |
32.58% 1493rd/4582 |
41.21% 2128th/5164 |
30.71% 2246th/7313 |
17.59% 1313th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.83% 1268th/3984 |
34.34% 1541st/4487 |
27.25% 1859th/6822 |
21.78% 1367th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lillyana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lillyana" 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.