The nameLilo
Lilo is a recent name in France, given to both girls and boys.
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
It is an affectionate pet form of names such as Lila, Liliane or Lionel.
Origin
French, a pet form.
History
First given in France in 2000, it rose in the late 2000s; the Disney film Lilo & Stitch (2002) may have helped make it known.
Popularity of the name Lilo
Lilo in France
Lilo was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 410 births over the decade, 45% of all recorded babies named Lilo. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2011. Half of all babies named Lilo in France were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 38 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lilo mean?
It is an affectionate pet form of names such as Lila, Liliane or Lionel.
What is the origin of the name Lilo?
French, a pet form.
Is Lilo a girl's or a boy's name?
Lilo is a girl's name.