Lilac
Fact sheet
- Name
- Lilac
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Lilac is an English name for girls that has its roots in Persian. The meaning of the name can be translated as 'the lilac-colored', 'the bluish', or simply 'the lilac'.
What does the name Lilac mean?
The name Lilac is an English girl's name that originates from Persian. It translates to 'the lilac-colored', 'the bluish', or 'the lilac'. Its origins can be traced back to the Old Persian term lilak (لیلک), which means 'lilac-colored'. An alternative spelling is Lilach.
Where does the name Lilac come from?
The name Lilac has its roots in Old Persian and means 'the lilac-colored'. The word formation comes from the Old Persian term lilak (لیلک), which means 'lilac-colored'. It is used in English and French.
How do you pronounce Lilac?
Li-lak
Popularity
In Germany, Lilac is a rather rare name. So far, it has never ranked in the German name statistics. In Austria, the name reached its best rank in 2021, taking the 1,876th place in the name charts. In the last ten years, Lilac has been used as a first name there less than 10 times, which earned it the 5,065th place in the ten-year statistics. From 1984 to 2024, it ranks 7,542nd in Austria.
Nicknames & pet names
Lac / Lil / Lila / Lilli / Lilly / Lily
Famous people
- Lilac la Roux (book character from These Broken Stars)
Frequently asked questions about the name Lilac
What is the meaning of the name Lilac?
The name Lilac means 'the lilac-colored' and has its roots in Old Persian.
How is the name Lilac pronounced?
Lilac is typically pronounced as 'Lai-lak', with the emphasis on the first syllable.
Are there alternative spellings for the name Lilac?
Yes, an alternative spelling for Lilac is Lilach.
What nicknames are there for Lilac?
Common nicknames for the name Lilac include Lac, Lil, Lila, Lilli, Lilly, and Lily.