Lila
Female name · ★ Classic
27,398
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#213
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Lila
Lila is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 27,398 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,161 births |
| 1890s | 1,893 births |
| 1900s | 2,326 births |
| 1910s | 2,922 births |
| 1920s | 4,332 births |
| 1930s | 3,349 births |
| 1940s | 1,779 births |
| 1950s | 1,432 births |
| 1960s | 743 births |
| 1970s | 165 births |
| 1980s | 232 births |
| 1990s | 207 births |
| 2000s | 3,032 births |
| 2010s | 2,850 births |
| 2020s | 975 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Lila?
Lila has been given to 27,398 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 705 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #213.
Is Lila a boy or girl name?
Lila is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Lila most popular?
Lila was most popular in 2008, when 705 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Lila?
Lila first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).