Lila

Rank 221st Girl Name

In 2022, the name Lila was 221st most popular baby name for girls and 492nd most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 1,346 babies were named Lila in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 2,500 babies in the United States were named Lila. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 1.2% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Lila is around 16 to 25 years old.

The name "Lila" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Lila is Li.

Lila Meaning & Origin

Lila is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin that means "play" or "amusement," evoking a sense of joy and light-heartedness.

The name Lila is described as enchanting, spirited and delicate.

Pronunciation

Lila is pronounced lai-luh in English. The name Lila has 4 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Lila

  • The name Lila is shared with a significant character in popular culture: Lila Fowler, a character from the "Sweet Valley High" book series.

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Geography

Where is the name Lila most popular!? Popularity can vary a lot between regions. This map shows the relative popularity of a name in each state.

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Similar Sounding Names

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Top names staring with "L"

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