Lillian

Female

Meaning

Lily

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪliən/

Traits associated with the name Lillian:

Dogs named Lillian tend to be loving, industrious, brave, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Lillian?

Naming your dog Lillian suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of sentimentality and nostalgia.

Is Lillian a good dog name?

Lillian has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Lillian isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

5,275
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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
2,402
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Lillian is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lillian was, in the past month, the 4700th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Lillian is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Lillian was viewed 30 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Lillian's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Lillian is most adored in Kansas, Oregon and Georgia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Colorado and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lillian.

Most popular breeds named Lillian:

  1. Doberman Pinscher
  2. Boston Terrier
  3. Jack Russell Terrier
  4. Miniature Pinscher
  5. Dalmatian

Lillian is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Victorian era popularity and lack of modern usage give it vintage charm.

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Lillian dog name meaning

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