UK girl's name
Lilijana
Feminine name of Slavic origin meaning "lily" or "lily flower".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lilijana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lilijana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4739, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 4 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2005 to 2013. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Lilijana. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lilijana ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 4 girls were registered as Lilijana.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lilijana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4739
2013
Births in 2013
4
Latest year
Peak year
2005
4 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Lilijana mean?
The name Lilijana is of Slavic origin and is a feminine form of the name Lili, which is derived from the Latin name Lilia, meaning "lily." The lily flower has been a symbol of purity and innocence in many cultures throughout history.
The name Lilijana can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when it was commonly used in various Slavic countries, particularly in the Balkans and Eastern Europe. It is believed to have been popularized by the spread of Christianity in these regions, as the lily flower was often associated with the Virgin Mary.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lilijana can be found in the works of the 14th-century Croatian writer, Marko Marulić. He mentioned the name in his religious writings, further solidifying its connection to Christianity.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Lilijana. One of the most famous was Lilijana Buttolo (1892-1957), an Italian opera singer who performed at various prestigious venues, including La Scala in Milan and the Metropolitan Opera in New York.
Another notable Lilijana was Lilijana Petrović (1939-1997), a Serbian actress and television personality who became a household name in the former Yugoslavia. She was renowned for her roles in numerous films and TV series.
In the literary world, Lilijana Pavlović (1955-present) is a prominent Serbian novelist and short story writer. Her works have been translated into several languages and have garnered critical acclaim.
The name Lilijana also has historical significance in the realm of sports. Lilijana Gajić (1949-present) is a former Yugoslav basketball player who represented her country in multiple international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
Lastly, Lilijana Zikic (1945-present) is a notable Serbian artist known for her unique style of combining traditional folk motifs with modern art techniques. Her works have been exhibited in galleries around the world.
These examples serve to illustrate the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds associated with the name Lilijana, which has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lilijana over time
The chart below shows babies named Lilijana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lilijana, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2013, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lilijana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lilijana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4752 | 8 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4862 | 10 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Lilijana
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lilijana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lilijana in the UK right now?
In 2013, Lilijana was ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Lilijana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 4 babies registered as Lilijana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lilijana?
Feminine name of Slavic origin meaning "lily" or "lily flower".
How many people are called Lilijana in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Lilijana across the 5 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.