Tilly
Tilly: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛtΙͺli/
Meaning and origin of Tilly
- A diminutive of the female given name Matilda.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
(given name, nickname): Shortened from Matilda, + -y. * (surname): The surname may also have origins as a matronymic from Matilda.
How popular is Tilly?
Since 1880, 2,699 girls in the U.S. have been named Tilly. Its highest rank for girls was #885 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #885 for girls, with 302 babies given the name.
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Tilly FAQ
What does the name Tilly mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Matilda. A surname transferred from the given name. (given name, nickname): Shortened from Matilda, + -y. * (surname): The surname may also have origins as a matronymic from Matilda.
What is the origin of the name Tilly?
Tilly is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Tilly?
Since 1880, 2,699 girls in the U.S. have been named Tilly. Its highest rank for girls was #885 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #885 for girls, with 302 babies given the name.
Is Tilly a boy or girl name?
Tilly is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,699 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.