The lily flower; a symbol of purity
Lillie is a diminutive and variant of Lily, derived from the name of the flower. The flower itself has long been a symbol of innocence and purity in Western culture, often associated with the Virgin Mary. While Lily is the more common modern spelling, Lillie was a top 10 name in the late 19th century.
About 420 girls were named Lillie in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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