The nameLylou
Lylou is a modern French girl's name, a spelling of Lilou. Soft and childlike, it spread in France in the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
Lylou is a variant of Lilou, an affectionate name formed by repeating syllables, linked to Louise, Liliane or Lilia.
Origin
French. The y gives the name a modern look.
History
Lylou followed the vogue for Lilou in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Lylou
Lylou in France
Lylou was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 5,130 births over the decade, 57% of all recorded babies named Lylou. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2011. Half of all babies named Lylou in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 124 births a year on average, against 318 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Lylou in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lylou mean?
Lylou is a variant of Lilou, an affectionate name formed by repeating syllables, linked to Louise, Liliane or Lilia.
What is the origin of the name Lylou?
French. The y gives the name a modern look.
Is Lylou a girl's or a boy's name?
Lylou is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Lylou?
Variants and related names of Lylou include Lilou and Louise.