Lillyonna
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a combination of Lily and Anna.
Name Census estimates that about 284 living Americans carry the first name Lillyonna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lillyonna today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lillyonna births was 2013 (24 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lillyonna. 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.
People living today
284
~ 1 in 1,206,881 Americans
Peak year
2013
24 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#16,621
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Lillyonna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lillyonna from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 182 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lillyonna 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 Lillyonna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lillyonnas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Lillyonna
The name Lillyonna is a relatively modern invention, combining elements from various linguistic roots to create a unique and melodic name. It does not have a direct origin from any specific language or culture, but rather draws inspiration from multiple sources.
One possible influence is the English name Lily, which is derived from the flower of the same name. Lily itself can be traced back to the Latin word "lilium," which was likely borrowed from the Greek "leirion." The name has been popular for centuries, symbolizing purity, beauty, and innocence.
Another potential component is the suffix "-onna," which may have been inspired by the feminine endings found in various Romance languages, such as the Italian "-ona" or the Spanish "-ona." These endings often denote a sense of grandeur or importance.
The combination of these elements creates a name that is both delicate and strong, reflecting the duality of femininity. While the name itself does not appear in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its components have been present in various cultures throughout history.
In terms of historical figures bearing this name, records are scarce due to its modern nature. However, there are a few notable individuals who have carried variations of the name:
1. Lillyona Kavanaugh (born 1985), an American artist and sculptor known for her intricate metal works.
2. Liliana Onna (1920-2002), an Italian soprano who performed in numerous operas across Europe in the mid-20th century.
3. Lillian O'Connell (1926-2008), an American jazz singer and actress who was active during the big band era.
4. Liliyana Onnikova (1932-2018), a Russian ballerina and choreographer renowned for her interpretations of classical roles.
5. Liliana Onescu (born 1972), a Romanian tennis player who achieved a career-high ranking of No. 21 in the world.
While the name Lillyonna may be relatively new, it carries a rich blend of linguistic and cultural influences, contributing to its unique and captivating appeal.
People
Lillyonna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lillyonna 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
Lillyonna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lillyonna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 284 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lillyonna 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 1,206,881 US residents.
Is Lillyonna a common name?
We classify Lillyonna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 286 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lillyonna most popular?
The single biggest year for Lillyonna was 2013, when 24 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lillyonna is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lillyonna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lillyonna 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.