LILLIS
Lillis
Lillis is a surname of English and Irish origin. The name is derived from the medieval personal name Elias, a Hebrew name meaning "the Lord is my God". Over time, the name Elias evolved into different forms in various regions, with Lillis being a common variant.
Origin and Distribution
The surname Lillis is found predominantly in the British Isles, particularly in England and Ireland. In Ireland, Lillis is most prevalent in the western counties such as Clare, Limerick, and Tipperary. The name has ancient roots in these regions and is associated with various notable families and individuals.
Notable Individuals
- Edmund Lillis (1765–1837) – A British politician and social reformer who played a key role in advocating for education and workers' rights during the Industrial Revolution.
- Siobhán Lillis (b. 1952) – A renowned Irish actress known for her work on stage and screen, with a career spanning several decades.
Variants
Variants of the surname Lillis include Lillies, Lillys, and Lillice, among others, reflecting the different phonetic interpretations of the name over time and across regions.
Legacy
The surname Lillis carries with it a rich history and a connection to British and Irish heritage. Today, individuals bearing the surname continue to contribute to various fields, upholding the family name's legacy and significance.
There are approximately 651 people named Lillis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Lillis.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Maurice
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Shaun
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jean
- Karen
- Kerry
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
- Lalas
- Lales
- Lalies
- Lalis
- Lallis
- Lalos
- Lalse
- Lalsie
- Lalus
- Lawlass
- Lawles
- Lawless
- Lawlis
- Lawlus
- Layles
- Layless
- Leales
- Leles
- Lelis
- Lellis
- Lells
- Lelos
- Lels
- Lelsie
- Leyles
- Lilas
- Liles
- Liley
- Lili
- Lilia
- Lilie
- Lilis
- Lilius
- Lillas
- Lilles
- Lilley
- Lilli
- Lillia
- Lillica
- Lillice
- Lillico
- Lillie
- Lillies
- Lillig
- Lilliss
- Lilliu
- Lills
- Lillus
- Lilly
- Lilos
- Lily
- Liolios
- Loals
- Lolas
- Lolis
- Lollis
- Lolos
- Lols
- Lowles
- Lowless
- Lulis
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.