English · Girl name
Lillian
“derived from lily flower”
About the name Lillian
Lillian is an English feminine given name, formed as an elaboration of Lily, which itself comes from the Latin word ‘lilium’ for the lily flower. The lily is a symbol of purity and beauty, and in Christian iconography, it is associated with the Virgin Mary. Notable bearers include Lillian Gish, a pioneering American actress of the silent film era, and Lillian Hellman, an influential American playwright.
- Meaning
- derived from lily flower
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LIL-ee-an(3 syl.)
Middle names for Lillian
- Lillian Rose
- Lillian Marie
- Lillian Claire
- Lillian Anne
- Lillian Grace
Questions about Lillian
- What does Lillian mean?
- Lillian is an English name meaning "derived from lily flower".
- How do you pronounce Lillian?
- Lillian is pronounced LIL-ee-an, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Lillian?
- Variants of Lillian include Lilian.
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