How Many People Are Named Lilac?
Complete statistics for the name Lilac: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lilac comes from the flowering shrub known for its fragrant purple blossoms, and it's a beautifully botanical choice for a girl. Only about 333 people in the US carry this name today, which means roughly 1 in 992,443 Americans share it. The name hit its peak in 2024 with 43 births, showing a clear upward trend.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership, independence, and a pioneering spirit. It's associated with individuals who are driven to forge their own path and embrace originality in all they do.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 335 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lilac Through the Generations
Lilac is a genuinely modern name that's almost entirely concentrated among younger generations. With an average bearer age of just 10 years old, this name hasn't had time to build deep generational roots yet, but it's gaining momentum fast. Of the 335 total births ever recorded in the US, a striking 317 belong to people under 30, while only 18 are in the 30-to-60 age range. There aren't any bearers over 60, which tells us this name simply didn't exist on the radar before recent decades. The year 2024 saw the highest number of births at 43, confirming that Lilac is on a steady rise. Globally, there are about 572 living bearers, placing it at world rank 350,532. It's fair to say most of the name's worldwide presence is concentrated in the United States. Parents who've chosen Lilac seem drawn to nature-inspired names, and it wouldn't be surprising to see this trend continue climbing as botanical names grow in popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lilac's Persian roots
📄 About the Name Lilac
How Many People Have the Name Lilac?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 107 people in the United States currently share the name Lilac. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,097,657 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lilac a Common or Rare Name?
Lilac is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Lilac Mean?
Lilac means "The lilac flower" and comes from Persian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lilac in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Lilac Most Popular?
The name Lilac reached peak popularity in 2024, with 43 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Lilac?
Approximately 107 people named Lilac live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 107. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,097,657 Americans.
Is Lilac a rare name?
Lilac is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,097,657 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lilac mean?
Lilac means "The lilac flower" and comes from Persian origins.
Is Lilac more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Lilac are male and 100% are female.
When was Lilac most popular?
Lilac peaked in 2024 with 43 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.