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Lillian is a delicate and graceful feminine name with origins in the Latin word Lilium, meaning lily or white flower. The name evolved through French and English linguistic traditions and became one of the most popular names in the Western world since the 19th century. In Hebrew contexts, the name has been adopted as an international name that combines the natural beauty of the flower with a melodious and pleasant sound. The lily, from which the name derives, is an ancient symbol of beauty, purity, and renewal, appearing in many cultures as a royal and spiritual flower. In Western culture, the name Lillian carries associations of nobility, refinement, and classic femininity, and is identified with women who possess both strong character and deep sensitivity. The name Lillian spread throughout the Jewish world primarily during the 20th century, when Jewish families in Europe and America sought names that would enable cultural integration while maintaining Jewish identity. The name found favor among liberal Jewish families who wanted to give their daughters a name that would be recognized in general society while preserving a connection to Jewish values. In Israel, the name Lillian is considered elegant and international, particularly suitable for bicultural families or those interested in a name that will be understood and accessible worldwide. The name maintains a Hebrew-Aramaic sound quality through the 'Lili' syllable, which recalls the Hebrew word 'layla' (night), creating a deep connection to nature and the cyclical nature of time. In recent decades, the name Lillian has experienced a revival in the Western world as part of a broader trend of returning to vintage classic names. Modern parents find in the name a rare combination of tradition and contemporaneity, romance and strength. The name carries a sense of romantic bygone times while simultaneously sounding fresh and relevant. Women named Lillian are often perceived as having complex personalities - external gentleness concealing inner strength, natural beauty combined with wisdom and life experience. The name grants its bearers a sense of moderate uniqueness - not too loud but also not invisible, a name that is remembered and leaves an impression of timeless classicism.

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Lillian | Lilian | Liliane | Lily

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Song of Songs 2:2 - As a lily among thorns, so is my beloved among the daughters

In Kabbalah, the lily symbolizes the Sefirah of Malkhut - receiving all higher lights and bringing them to expression in the material world. The name Lillian carries within it the creative tension between light and darkness, day and night, spirituality and materiality. The white lily represents the purity of the soul aspiring upward, while the connection to 'night' recalls depth, mystery, and hidden potential waiting to be revealed.

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Lillian Gish - pioneering American actress from the silent film era | Lillian Hellman - famous American playwright and screenwriter | Lillian Bettencourt - French engineer and businesswoman | Lillian Thuram - French social organization leader | Lilian Garcia - American singer and television presenter

לילי | ליליה | לילך | ליאן | ליאנה | ליאת | לילה | ליאורה

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