Trilby is an uncommon, distinctive female given name of obscure origin, first appearing in literature as the heroine of George du Maurier's novel 'Trilby' published in 1894. The story follows Trilby O'Ferrall, a young Irish girl with artistic talents and a captivating personality, who becomes an aspiring painter's muse. Due to its literary roots, Trilby is often associated with creativity, art, and individuality.
The name Trilby saw its most popular years between 1925 and 1931, with a peak of 22 births in 1925. However, it seems to have fallen out of favor since the mid-20th century, with no more than 10 births recorded per year from 1960 onwards. The most recent years on record show a slight resurgence, with 7 births in 1995 and 6 or 7 births between 2008 and 2010. Overall, the name Trilby has been used for 567 babies over the given period.