Lilac

English, from Persian

"bluish or lilac"

Lilac Origin and Meaning

The name Lilac is a girl's name of English, Persian origin meaning "bluish or lilac".

Could Lilac be the next Lila or Lily or Violet? It certainly has a lot going for it--those lilting double 'l's, the fabulous fragrance it exudes, and the fact that it's a color name as well, providing a ready made nursery theme. In addition, the lilac is symbolic of first love.

Actor Stephen Moyer was ahead of the curve when he named his daughter Lilac in 2002.

Lilac Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 263 on Nameberry

Lilac Popularity

• 263 Nameberry 2025

20 Names Similar to Lilac

These 20 names were selected by our users that were looking for other names like Lilac.

• Lavender
• Clover
• Primrose
• Amethyst
• Orchid
• Marigold
• Indigo
• Emerald
• Blossom
• Magnolia
• Fleur
• Lotus
• Sapphire
• Posey
• Bluebell
• Daisy
• Dahlia
• Meadow
• Juniper
• Delphine

Famous People Named Lilac

• Lilac Emery Haynes, daughter of British actor Stephen Moyer
• Tallulah Lilac Morgan (b. 2004) daughter of actress Jessie Wallace and Dave Morgan

Lilac in Pop Culture

• Lilac from the movie "Jam"
• Lilac from the anime and manga "Recovery of an MMO Junkie"
• Lilac LaRoux from the fictional book "These Broken Stars"
• Lilac from the Chemical Garden Trilogy
• Lilac the name used for very light gray points on a cat with a pointed coat