Lily Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Lily means lily flower; purity. From the English word for the lily flower, from Latin lilium.

Lily is taken from the flower, whose English name goes back to the Latin lilium. In Christian art the white lily symbolises purity, and it is often linked to the Virgin Mary, while in other traditions it also stands for renewal. Lily came into use as a given name in the nineteenth century, when flower names were fashionable, and returned strongly in recent decades. It also acts as a pet form of Elizabeth in some families. Many spellings are in use, and the name pairs well with other botanical choices such as Rose, Violet, and Ivy.

Variants of Lily

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Well-known people named Lily

Lily Collins.

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