Lilla

Origin

Derived from Latin 'Lilium', meaning 'lily'. The name 'Lilla' has historical usage in 19th-century Britain and Scandinavia, often as a diminutive of 'Lilian' or 'Lilla'. It does not have Indigenous Australian language roots, but has been adopted in Australia through European influence.

Meaning

Literal translation: 'Lily', the flower symbolising purity and beauty. In Australian contexts, it often connotes innocence, elegance, and natural beauty.

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪl.ə/ (Australian English pronunciation, with stress on the first syllable) — 'LIL-uh' with a soft 'i' as in 'hit'.AnAustralian English pronunciation guide is included.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.variants.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 13 July (Feast of Saint Henry, associated with flower symbolism)
• 23 June (Midsummer Festival, celebrating nature's bloom) in some Christian calendars, but not widely observed in Australia.
• Māori celebration of Matariki (Pleiades star cluster), marking new year, which signifies renewal and hope.

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with lilla:

• Lilla Grace and Emily Rose
• Lilla Mae and Sophie Jane
• Lilla Isabelle and Charlotte Lily

Fun Facts

• 'Lilla' was a popular name among European immigrants in Australia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
• Australian floral and garden shows often feature lilies, reflecting the name's horticultural ties.
• The name 'Lilla' saw a resurgence in Australian literature during the early 20th century, symbolising gentleness and grace.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name lilla:

• gentle
• elegant
• delicate
• creative
• sensitive

Aesthetic Qualities

Soft, lyrical appearance, with a rounded and flowing typographic design. The name visually suggests grace and simplicity when written in Australian English fonts.

Geographical Distribution

More common in urban centres such as Sydney and Melbourne, with usage also noted in rural communities adopting European naming trends in the early 20th century.

Numerological Significance

Name number 7, associated with introspection, spiritual awareness, and analytical thinking, often considered favourable for creative and scholarly pursuits in astrology.

Astrological Connections

Linked with the zodiac signs Cancer and Pisces, both governed by water, symbolising emotional depth and intuition in Australian astrological traditions.

Historical Context

The name 'Lilla' has been borne by several notable figures in Australian arts and literature, often symbolising elegance and delicacy. It appeared in Australian literature via immigrant authors and was sometimes used as a name for characters symbolising purity.

Linguistic Adaptability

Adapts smoothly into various languages, maintaining phonetic and spelling similarities, with slight variations such as 'Lila' in broader European contexts.

Famous People Named lilla

• Lilla Watson (Activist and artist)
• Lilla Crawford (Australian-born actress)
• Lilla Brighton (Australian artist)
• Fictional character: Lilla in Australian children’s literature.

Popularity in Australia