Lillion
A feminine name derived from the French word for lily or fleur-de-lis.
Name Census estimates that about 37 living Americans carry the first name Lillion. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lillion today is around 72 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lillion births was 1922 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lillion. 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 Lillion is about 72 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lillions were born before 1964.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lillion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
37
~ 1 in 9,263,631 Americans
Peak year
1922
19 babies that year
Average age
72
years old
2016 SSA rank
#13,744
Tracked since 1902
Popularity
Lillion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lillion from the 1900s through to the 2010s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 126 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lillion 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 Lillion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lillions live
Origin
Meaning and history of Lillion
The name Lillion has its origins in the Latin language, with roots dating back to ancient Rome. It is derived from the Latin word "lilium," meaning "lily," which was a highly revered flower symbolizing purity, innocence, and beauty. The name is believed to have originated in the 1st century AD, during the height of the Roman Empire.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lillion can be found in a Roman manuscript from the 3rd century AD, where it was mentioned as the name of a young noblewoman. The manuscript provides a glimpse into the social and cultural significance of the name during that era, suggesting that it was associated with grace and refinement.
In the 8th century, the name Lillion gained prominence in the Christian tradition, as several martyrs and saints bore this name. One notable figure was Saint Lillion of Auxerre, a French noblewoman who lived in the 7th century and dedicated her life to serving the poor and spreading the teachings of Christianity.
During the Middle Ages, the name Lillion became popular among European aristocracy, particularly in France and Italy. It was often bestowed upon daughters of noble families, reflecting the desire to imbue their children with the virtues associated with the lily flower.
One of the most famous historical figures named Lillion was Lillion de Forcalquier, a 13th-century French noblewoman renowned for her beauty and intellect. She was a patron of the arts and literature, and her court attracted many renowned poets and scholars of the time.
In the 16th century, Lillion Fibiger, a Danish noblewoman, gained recognition for her involvement in the Protestant Reformation. She actively supported the spread of Lutheranism in Denmark and played a crucial role in the translation of the Bible into the Danish language.
Another notable figure was Lillion Vere, an English poet and courtier born in 1561. She was celebrated for her intellectual prowess and her contributions to the literary circles of Elizabethan England.
During the Renaissance period, the name Lillion was popularized in art and literature, frequently appearing as the name of characters in plays, poems, and novels. This further solidified its association with beauty, grace, and intellectual pursuits.
While the name Lillion has retained its charm and historical significance, it has become relatively uncommon in modern times, often overshadowed by more popular variations such as Lily or Liliana. However, its rich heritage and symbolic meaning continue to make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name steeped in tradition and elegance.
People
Lillion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lillion 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
Lillion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lillion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 37 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lillion 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 9,263,631 US residents.
Is Lillion a common name?
We classify Lillion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 49.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 350 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lillion most popular?
The single biggest year for Lillion was 1922, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lillion is about 72 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lillion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lillion a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lillion 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.
Is Lillion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lillion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lillion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Lillion?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Lillion on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.