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Lillie

Girl name · 554 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lillie: 554 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 60 births in 2017.

Lillie is a charming floral name, primarily a variant spelling of Lily, which derives from the Latin *lilium* and the Greek *leirion*, referring to the white, pure flower that has long symbolised innocence and beauty. It can also function as a diminutive of Elizabeth, sharing its Hebrew root meaning "God is my oath." Famous bearers include the American actress Lillie Langtry, a celebrated beauty and stage star of the late 19th century, and Lillie Hitchcock Coit, a San Francisco firefighting enthusiast for whom Coit Tower is named. The name shares its floral root with the city of Lille in France, whose name evolved from the same Latin word. Lillie remains a softer, more vintage alternative to the more common Lily, enjoying periodic revivals in Scotland.