Lillian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lillian is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Lillian derived from the flower name Lily. Symbol of innocence; purity; beauty”.

Lillian Name at a Glance

Name Lillian
Meaning Variant of Lillian derived from the flower name Lily. Symbol of innocence; purity; beauty.
Origin English
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Lillian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lillian means “Variant of Lillian derived from the flower name Lily. Symbol of innocence; purity; beauty”. 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.

Lillian Name Origin

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

Is Lillian a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Lillian

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