Lily Ma

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lily Ma — English
280K People worldwide
United States Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lily Ma is a name that combines English origins. The first name Lily is a feminine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Ma: Ma (simplified Chinese: 马; traditional Chinese: 馬; pinyin: Mǎ) is a Chinese family name. The surname literally means 'horse'. As of 2006, it ranks as the 14th most common Chinese surname in mainland China. In 2019 it was the 13th most common surname in mainland China. A 2013 study found it to be the 13th most common, shared by 17,200,000 people or 1.290% of the population, with the province with the most being Henan. It is the 52nd name on the Hundred Family Surnames poem. From He (surname) adopted name "Ma" (馬), the first word of the district Ma Fu, as their surname. Lily is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 280K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lily reached peak popularity in the 2010s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lily

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Ma

Vietnamese

Ma (simplified Chinese: 马; traditional Chinese: 馬; pinyin: Mǎ) is a Chinese family name. The surname literally means 'horse'. As of 2006, it ranks as the 14th most common Chinese surname in mainland China. In 2019 it was the 13th most common surname in mainland China. A 2013 study found it to be the 13th most common, shared by 17,200,000 people or 1.290% of the population, with the province with the most being Henan. It is the 52nd name on the Hundred Family Surnames poem. From He (surname) adopted name "Ma" (馬), the first word of the district Ma Fu, as their surname.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lily is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lily by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lily Ma

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lily Ma:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lily?
The first name Lily originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
When was Lily most popular?
The name Lily reached its peak popularity during the 2010s.
What is the origin of the surname Ma?
The surname Ma originates from Vietnamese. Ma (simplified Chinese: 马; traditional Chinese: 馬; pinyin: Mǎ) is a Chinese family name. The surname literally means 'horse'. As of 2006, it ranks as the 14th most common Chinese surname in mainland China. In 2019 it was the 13th most common surname in mainland China. A 2013 study found it to be the 13th most common, shared by 17,200,000 people or 1.290% of the population, with the province with the most being Henan. It is the 52nd name on the Hundred Family Surnames poem. From He (surname) adopted name "Ma" (馬), the first word of the district Ma Fu, as their surname.
What are the origins of the name Lily Ma?
The name Lily Ma combines two different traditions: the first name Lily has English roots, while the surname Ma originates from Vietnamese.
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