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UK girl's name

Lilianne

Feminine form of the French name "Liliane", derived from the lily flower.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Lilianne is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lilianne popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4056, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 6 births.

This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2003 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 32 living people in the UK are called Lilianne. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Lilianne ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 6 girls were registered as Lilianne.
  • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lilianne as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4056

2023

Births in 2023

5

Latest year

Peak year

2022

6 births

Estimated living

32

2026

Meaning

What does Lilianne mean?

The name Lilianne is derived from the French variation of the Latin name Liliana, which has its roots in the word "lilium" meaning "lily" in Latin. The lily flower has long been associated with purity, innocence, and refinement, making Lilianne a name that carries these symbolic meanings.

The earliest recorded use of the name Lilianne dates back to the late 19th century in France. It quickly gained popularity across Europe, particularly in regions with strong French cultural influences. The name's popularity can be attributed to its elegant and melodic sound, as well as its association with the beautiful lily flower.

One of the earliest notable figures bearing the name Lilianne was Lilianne Leyrac (1892-1957), a French actress and singer who rose to fame during the early 20th century. She was renowned for her performances in numerous theatrical productions and operettas, cementing her place in the annals of French entertainment history.

Another prominent Lilianne was Lilianne Bettencourt (1922-2017), the heiress to the L'Oréal cosmetics empire and one of the wealthiest women in the world during her lifetime. Her business acumen and philanthropic efforts left an indelible mark on the global beauty industry and charitable organizations.

In the literary realm, Lilianne Baels (1916-2012) was a Belgian writer and poet who gained recognition for her poetic works exploring themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Her poetry collections, such as "Les Chemins de la Mer" (The Paths of the Sea), earned her critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.

The name Lilianne has also been borne by notable figures in the arts and sciences. Lilianne Ploumen (born 1962) is a Dutch politician and former Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, known for her advocacy of women's rights and sustainable development.

Lilianne Montevecchi (born 1935) is an American-Italian dancer, singer, and actress who achieved fame on Broadway and in Hollywood films. Her captivating performances in musicals like "Grand Hotel" and "Nine" showcased her talent and versatility as a performer.

While the name Lilianne has its origins in French and Latin, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity globally, resonating with individuals who appreciate its elegance, symbolism, and connection to the natural world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Lilianne over time

The chart below shows babies named Lilianne registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Lilianne, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2023, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Lilianne
02356200320132023

Decades

Lilianne by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lilianne was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4361 14 3
2010s #5284 7 2
2000s #4173 11 3

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FAQ

Lilianne: questions and answers

How popular is the name Lilianne in the UK right now?

In 2023, Lilianne was ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Lilianne most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 6 babies registered as Lilianne in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Lilianne?

Feminine form of the French name "Liliane", derived from the lily flower.

How many people are called Lilianne in the UK?

A total of 32 babies have been registered as Lilianne across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.