Lilac
Meaning of Lilac
Lilac carries the soft poetry of spring right into a name. Drawn from the fragrant purple blossom—its English form borrowed from French lilas and ultimately rooted in Persian and Sanskrit words for deep blue—it feels both timeless and refreshingly modern. Parents who choose Lilac often imagine their daughter as someone who brings a gentle bloom of creativity and hope wherever she goes. Pronounced LIE-lak (/ˈlaɪlæk/), it’s easy on the tongue and rich in imagery: think dewy petals at sunrise or a secret garden path unfolding. Though still delightfully uncommon, Lilac is quietly on the rise in the U.S., climbing to 907th place in 2024 with 43 newborns named Lilac—up from just 25 the year before—proof that more families are falling for its delicate charm. It’s a name that feels like a whispered promise of beauty and new beginnings.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as LIE-lak (/ˈlaɪlæk/)
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Notable People Named Lilac
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