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How to Pronounce Lilian

Lilian / lihleeuhn /

The name Lilian is a Female name of English origin meaning "My God is a vow". It is pronounced lihleeuhn.

English Female

Lilian is a English name meaning "My God is a vow". The name Lilian has multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Latin word "lilium" (lily) or be a diminutive of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "my God is abundance."

Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic lihleeuhn
IPA lɪliən

Say it as lihleeuhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Lilian?
Lilian is pronounced lihleeuhn.
What is the correct pronunciation of Lilian?
The correct pronunciation of Lilian is lihleeuhn (IPA: lɪliən).
Is Lilian a English name?
Yes, Lilian is a English name meaning "My God is a vow".

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