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Name Origin

Lillian is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the lily flower. It traditionally symbolizes purity, innocence, and beauty.

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Famous People

Lillian Gish (1893-1993)

Actress

  • Silent film star
  • Pioneer of early cinema

Lillian Hellman (1905-1984)

Playwright and Screenwriter

  • Wrote plays like 'The Children's Hour' and screenplays for films like 'The Little Foxes'
  • Known for her strong female characters

Lillian Vernon (1927-2017)

Entrepreneur

  • Founded Lillian Vernon Corporation, a mail-order catalog company

Lillian Moller Gilbreth (1878-1972)

Industrial Engineer and Psychologist

  • Developed time-motion studies to improve efficiency in the workplace
  • Authored several books on psychology and family life