Liliana
Liliana is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Spanish and Italian origin, meaning “Lily”.
| Meaning | Lily |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish and Italian |
| Pronunciation | lee-LYAH-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Italy, Poland, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Liliana
Liliana is usually explained as an elaboration of lilium, the Latin word for 'lily', a flower that in Christian art symbolises purity and the Virgin Mary. Some also connect it with Lillian or with Elizabeth through pet forms like Lili. The name is used across Italy, Poland, Romania, Portugal and the Spanish-speaking world. Italian actress Liliana Cavani and Holocaust survivor and senator Liliana Segre are notable bearers.
Is Liliana a Christian name?
Liliana is not a biblical name, but the lily is a classic emblem of Mary and of saints such as Joseph. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How popular is Liliana?
An established name across Latin America and southern and eastern Europe.
Gifts with the name Liliana
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- Personalised Liliana baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Liliana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Liliana mean?
Liliana means 'Lily'. It is of Latin, via Spanish and Italian origin.
Is Liliana a Christian name?
Liliana is not a biblical name, but the lily is a classic emblem of Mary and of saints such as Joseph. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Liliana?
Liliana is pronounced lee-LYAH-nah.
Is Liliana a boy or girl name?
Liliana is usually a girl name.