Lily
Meaning: Lily, pure, innocent flower
Origin: English/Latin (via Scandinavian)
History: A modern English flower name gaining popularity in Norway.
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| Current rank (2025) | #123 |
| Babies named Lily in 2025 | 46 |
| Total recorded in Norway | 843 |
| Peak year | 2024 (62 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #90 |
| Years in records | 1994–2025 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 39 spots |
Frequently asked about Lily
What does the name Lily mean?
Lily means “Lily, pure, innocent flower” from English/Latin (via Scandinavian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Lily?
Lily has English/Latin (via Scandinavian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Lily, pure, innocent flower”.
How popular is Lily in Norway?
Lily ranked #123 in Norway in 2025 — given to 46 babies that year.
When was Lily most popular?
Lily peaked in 2024 with 62 babies registered that year in Norway.
Is Lily a boy or girl name?
Lily is predominantly a girls' name in Norway — over 90% of Lilys in registered births are female.
Is the name Lily rising or falling in popularity?
Lily has risen 39 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Norway — from #162 in 2020 to #123 in 2025.
How long has Lily been recorded in Norway?
Lily appears in birth records in Norway across 26 years — from 1994 through 2025.