Girl name · English
Lily
“pure flower of the valley”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Lily.
Explore Lily further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Lily — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Lily is the flower name at its purest — from the Latin lilium, the bloom that has symbolized innocence and renewal since antiquity, and purity in Christian art for two millennia.
Lily has held the American top 40 for two decades, sitting thirty-eighth in 2024, with Lillian and Liliana extending the family across formality levels.
The name is white petals and plain speech — botanical without fuss. It pairs well with longer middles (Lily Genevieve, Lily Charlotte) that give the stem height. On our vibe map it is Nature-Inspired meeting Soft & Dreamy — the window-box classic.
More English names
Lily sits in our English set — these share its roots.
All English names →Lily — common questions
Is Lily a boy or girl name?
Lily is traditionally a girl name of English origin. It ranked #18 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Lily mean?
Lily means “pure flower of the valley” of English origin. Lily is the flower name at its purest — from the Latin lilium, the bloom that has symbolized innocence and renewal since antiquity, and purity in Christian art for two millennia.
Where does the name Lily come from?
Lily is English in origin. Lily has held the American top 40 for two decades, sitting thirty-eighth in 2024, with Lillian and Liliana extending the family across formality levels.
What are common nicknames for Lily?
Lils, Lillie, and Lilly — the short-forms parents most often use for Lily.
How popular is Lily?
Lily ranked #18 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Lily you might want for the nursery.