Name comparison · girl names
Lillian vs. Lilly
In 2025, Lillian leads at #57 among U.S. girls' names, with Lilly at #252. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Lillian | Lilly |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #57 | #252 |
| Babies in 2025 | 3,966 | 1,218 |
| All-time peak | #10 in 1898 | #103 in 2011 |
| Uniqueness score | 17 / 100 | 32 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Maine (#15) | North Dakota (#117) |