Lilac Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lilac Name at a Glance

Name	Lilac
Meaning	The name of a flowering pale-purple shrub.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Lilac Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lilac means “The name of a flowering pale-purple shrub”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lilac Name Origin

Our database records Lilac under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lilac a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lilac is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lilac

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