Will my child share the name Lilac with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 15 UK babies named Lilac per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Lilac in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Lilac becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Lilac is rising: up 408 places since 2020, to #1,892 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,783 in 2015.

Is Lilac a good choice for a distinctive name?

Lilac is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Lilac?

Notable people named Lilac include: Lilac Sigan, Lucky Lilac and Lilac Bush.

Is Lilac a popular baby name in the United States?

Lilac does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #1892

Lilac

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Lilac is a distinctive choice, ranked #1892 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Lilac in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

#1892

About the Name Lilac

Lilac is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 405 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1783 in 2015 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1997.

Lilac is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Lilac in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Lilac

Lilac Sigan — Lilac Sigan is an Israeli writer, journalist, and public speaker.
Lucky Lilac — Lucky Lilac is a Japanese retired Thoroughbred racehorse and active broodmare.
Lilac Bush — Lilac Bush is a May 1889 oil on canvas painting by Vincent van Gogh, produced during his stay in Saint-Rémy.

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