Lily Smit

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lily Smit — English
280K People worldwide
United States Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lily Smit 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 Smit: Smit is a Dutch occupational surname. It represents an archaic spelling of the Dutch word "smid" for "smith" (metal worker) and is the Dutch equivalent of the English and Scottish surname Smith. Frequency of occurrence in general populations Information for surname frequency in the Netherlands is limited by the end of comprehensive census taking in the year 1971. The most recent readily available information is based on the 1947 census, for which both raw census data and surname frequency data have been made available to the general public. 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: Smit

Scottish

Smit is a Dutch occupational surname. It represents an archaic spelling of the Dutch word "smid" for "smith" (metal worker) and is the Dutch equivalent of the English and Scottish surname Smith. Frequency of occurrence in general populations Information for surname frequency in the Netherlands is limited by the end of comprehensive census taking in the year 1971. The most recent readily available information is based on the 1947 census, for which both raw census data and surname frequency data have been made available to the general public.

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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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Numerology

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

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Smit?
The surname Smit originates from Scottish. Smit is a Dutch occupational surname. It represents an archaic spelling of the Dutch word "smid" for "smith" (metal worker) and is the Dutch equivalent of the English and Scottish surname Smith. Frequency of occurrence in general populations Information for surname frequency in the Netherlands is limited by the end of comprehensive census taking in the year 1971. The most recent readily available information is based on the 1947 census, for which both raw census data and surname frequency data have been made available to the general public.
What are the origins of the name Lily Smit?
The name Lily Smit combines two different traditions: the first name Lily has English roots, while the surname Smit originates from Scottish.
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