Lillian

Lillian is an English name that developed as an elaborated form of Lily, itself derived from the Latin lilium and Greek leirion, referring to the lily flower, long a symbol of purity and beauty. The name came into widespread use in the English-speaking world during the nineteenth century, carried in part by its association with feminine grace and floral naming fashions of the era. Notable bearers include American dramatist Lillian Hellman and actress Lillian Gish, both of whom gave the name a strong cultural presence in the twentieth century. Related forms include Lilian, Liliana, Liliane, and Lily.