Ljiljana is a Slavic female given name of Serbian origin. It is derived from the South Slavic word "ljiljan" which means lily, referring to the beautiful flower. This name has been traditionally used in Serbia and other former Yugoslav countries. Pronounced as /ʎiːlʲana/, it consists of three syllables and follows a melodic, flowing pattern. Ljiljana is often shortened or affectionately referred to as Ljilja for everyday use.
"Ljiljana saw ten babies named after her between 1968 and 1974."