Lilliam is a unique and captivating female given name of Latin origin, derived from the masculine form 'Lilliano'. It's composed of two elements: 'lilium', meaning 'lily' in Latin, and 'annus', translating to 'year'. Thus, Lilliam could be interpreted as 'year of lilies', suggesting a name that blooms beautifully throughout the year. This uncommon yet enchanting name offers an elegant alternative for parents seeking a distinctive choice.
The name Lilliam experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 819 babies named Lilliam between 1886 and 2023. The most popular periods were from 1954 to 1971, where the name consistently appeared in double digits annually, peaking at 23 births in 1966. However, after 1974, the name's popularity significantly declined, with fewer than 10 births per year on average since then. In recent years, from 2005 onwards, there have been only a handful of babies named Lilliam each year, indicating that the name has become quite rare in current times.