Lily
Female name · ★ Classic
52,580
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#20
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Lily
Lily is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 52,580 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 | 1,151 births |
| 1890s | 1,110 births |
| 1900s | 1,039 births |
| 1910s | 1,461 births |
| 1920s | 1,577 births |
| 1930s | 947 births |
| 1940s | 606 births |
| 1950s | 568 births |
| 1960s | 290 births |
| 1970s | 353 births |
| 1980s | 1,036 births |
| 1990s | 3,778 births |
| 2000s | 20,107 births |
| 2010s | 13,950 births |
| 2020s | 4,607 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Lily?
Lily has been given to 52,580 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 3,088 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #20.
Is Lily a boy or girl name?
Lily is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Lily most popular?
Lily was most popular in 2008, when 3,088 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Lily?
Lily first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).