Possibly a diminutive of Lily, connected to the Latin word 'lilium' meaning lily. The name may also be a blend of Linette and Lili. Origin is otherwise unknown.
Nicknames
lilly · lettie
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How it ages.
A dainty, floral name that reads like a sweet vintage pick, likely to stay distinctive rather than go mainstream.
The cultural moment.
Rare; mostly used in French and German-speaking families.