Lilly
Meaning: Lily flower, purity — a name of depth
Origin: English (variant)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #252
Total births: 1,302
History: Lilly thrived in the academic halls of UCC, UCG, and UCD, where generations of Irish students found their calling. The name reflects ambition, learning, and the promise of Irish education. It is a bright and forward-looking choice.
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| Current rank (2025) | #141 |
| Babies named Lilly in 2025 | 32 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 1,302 |
| Peak year | 2012 (94 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #75 |
| Years in records | 1983–2025 (27 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 40 spots |
Frequently asked about Lilly
What does the name Lilly mean?
Lilly means “Lily flower, purity — a name of depth” from English (variant) roots.
What is the origin of the name Lilly?
Lilly has English (variant) origin. The traditional meaning is “Lily flower, purity — a name of depth”.
How popular is Lilly in Ireland?
Lilly ranked #141 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 32 babies that year.
When was Lilly most popular?
Lilly peaked in 2012 with 94 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Lilly a boy or girl name?
Lilly is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Lillys in registered births are female.
Is the name Lilly rising or falling in popularity?
Lilly has fallen 40 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #101 in 2020 to #141 in 2025.
How long has Lilly been recorded in Ireland?
Lilly appears in birth records in Ireland across 27 years — from 1983 through 2025.