The nameLys
Lys is a short French girl's name meaning "lily".
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
It is the French name of the lily, a symbol of purity and emblem of the kings of France.
Origin
French.
History
In France it was most popular in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Lys
Lys in France
1314thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2023peak year (40 births)
680babies named Lys in France since 1900
Lys was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 300 births over the decade, 44% of all recorded babies named Lys. Its rise began around 1959, and it peaked in 2023. Half of all babies named Lys in France were born before 2014, 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 30 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lys mean?
It is the French name of the lily, a symbol of purity and emblem of the kings of France.
What is the origin of the name Lys?
French.
Is Lys a girl's or a boy's name?
Lys is a girl's name.