Lillias
A feminine variant of Lillian, derived from the lily flower symbolizing purity and innocence.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Lillias. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lillias today is around 98 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lillias births was 1918 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lillias. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Lillias is about 98 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lillias' were born before 1938.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lillias. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1918
12 babies that year
Average age
98
years old
1938 SSA rank
#4,693
Tracked since 1892
Popularity
Lillias: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lillias from the 1890s through to the 1930s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 72 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1920s peak, Lillias remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lillias by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lillias during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lillias
The name Lillias has its origins in the ancient Greek language, derived from the word "leiria" meaning "lily flower". It was a popular name during ancient times, particularly in regions where Greek culture had a strong influence, such as Greece, Turkey, and parts of Italy.
The earliest recorded use of the name Lillias dates back to the 3rd century BCE, where it was mentioned in a collection of Greek poems known as the "Idylls of Theocritus". In these poems, Lillias was depicted as a beautiful maiden who was admired for her grace and purity, much like the lily flower itself.
During the Middle Ages, the name Lillias gained popularity in various parts of Europe, particularly in the British Isles. It was often used as a variant of the name Lilias or Lilia, which were derived from the Latin word "lilium" meaning "lily".
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Lillias was Lillias Napier (1546-1628), a Scottish noblewoman who was a prominent figure during the reign of King James VI of Scotland. She was known for her intelligence and her involvement in the political affairs of the time.
Another historical figure with the name Lillias was Lillias Skene (1515-1592), a Scottish woman who was renowned for her skill in embroidery and needlework. She was commissioned to create works for members of the Scottish royal family, including Mary, Queen of Scots.
In the 17th century, Lillias Beaton (1615-1669) was a Scottish poet and translator who is remembered for her contributions to the literary world. She translated several works from French and Latin into English, and her poetry was widely acclaimed during her lifetime.
Moving into the 18th century, Lillias Vaughan (1720-1801) was a Welsh philanthropist and social reformer who devoted her life to improving the lives of the poor and underprivileged. She established several schools and charitable organizations in her community.
Lastly, in the 19th century, Lillias Cavendish (1811-1899) was an English author and educator who wrote several books on history and literature. She also founded a school for girls in London, which played a significant role in promoting education for women during that era.
People
Lillias + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lillias as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lillias: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lillias?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lillias going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Lillias a common name?
We classify Lillias as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 194 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lillias most popular?
The single biggest year for Lillias was 1918, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lillias is about 98 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lillias a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lillias in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.