Lilya

Meaning of Lilya

Lilya, pronounced LEE-lyah, brings a touch of Slavic romance to the timeless charm of the lily flower. Born from the Latin lilium and reshaped in Ukrainian and Russian traditions, this melodic name feels like dew-kissed petals at dawn—fresh, pure, and softly confident. Though still delightfully uncommon (hovering around 30 newborns per year in the U.S. and ranked near 919th in 2024), Lilya is steadily capturing hearts with its gentle elegance and international flair. It’s the perfect choice for parents who crave a name that’s both sweetly familiar and beautifully unique, a whispered promise of new beginnings wrapped in a playful, poetic melody.