Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Lilybell

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Derived from Lily And Bell

      Variations

      Willybella, Lilybeth, Lilybet
      The name Lilybell is a combination of two classic names: Lily and Bell. The name Lily signifies purity and beauty, deriving from the lily flower, which is often associated with these qualities. Bell, on the other hand, can refer to something beautiful or can denote the sound of a bell, often symbolizing clarity and harmony. Together, Lilybell embodies a sense of grace and elegance, melding natural beauty with an enchanting charm.

      Historically, the individual components of the name have rich backgrounds. The name Lily has been used since medieval times and is often linked to Christian symbolism, particularly purity and resurrection. It became popular in the Victorian era when flower symbolism was highly appreciated. The name Bell has also been a common name, frequently used as a diminutive or affectionate form. The combination of these names likely emerged in the late 19th or early 20th century, reflecting a broader trend of creating unique, hybrid names that evoke a sense of beauty and charm.

      Today, Lilybell is a relatively uncommon name but has found its niche among contemporary naming trends that favor whimsical and meaningful names. It evokes a sense of nostalgia while remaining fresh and unique, appealing to parents seeking names that stand out yet maintain a classic elegance. Its combination of natural imagery and melodic sound makes it a popular choice for those who favor floral names and want to impart a rich, positive connotation to their child's identity.

      Based on our records...

      Cole

      Cole

      This is the most common surname associated with Lilybell.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Lilybell.
      Archie

      Archie

      This is the most common name for a child of a Lilybell.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1910 is when there were the most people born with the first name Lilybell.

      Explore the origins of another name.