Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Lila.
National Rank (2025)
#187
All-Time Peak Rank
#155 (2010)
Total U.S. Births
76,493
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Lila Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Lila
According to SSA data, Lila achieved its highest historical rank of #155 in 2010. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2010 with 1,969 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 0.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Lila scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+0.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,969Births in 2010
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:691
1890s:1,673
1900s:2,337
1910s:5,567
1920s:10,304
1930s:7,840
1940s:4,408
1950s:3,569
1960s:1,905
1970s:1,234
1980s:1,255
1990s:1,560
2000s:9,036
2010s:16,568
2020s:8,546
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesLi-la
Letter Count4 Letters
Spelling ComplexityEasy
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 1.4% of SSA names. Starts with L, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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