Lily: name meaning and origin

Lily

lily flower; purity

English · Girl · 2 syllables

Lily is a English name meaning "lily flower; purity". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Lil, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Lily

  • Lily & Hazel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Mae Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Marigold Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & River Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Robin Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Willow Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Wren Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Lily & Daisy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Lily

What does the name Lily mean?

Lily is a English name meaning "lily flower; purity".

How many syllables are in Lily?

Lily has 2 syllables (Lil-y), with the stress usually on "Lil".

Is Lily a boy's or girl's name?

Lily is traditionally a girl's name.