Lil
Girl nameLil has been given to 126 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1957.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
126
Peak year
1957 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lil — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lil.
Sibling name ideas for Lil
Same era and popularity as Lil, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lil?
Lil has been given to 126 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lil peak?
Lil peaked in 1957, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Lil a girl or boy name?
Lil is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Lil are girls).
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