How Do You Spell LILLYAN?

Pronunciation: [lˈɪlɪən] (IPA)

The spelling of the name "Lillyan" can be broken down using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "Lil," is pronounced as /lɪl/, with the "I" sounding like the short "i" in the word "ill." The second syllable, "lyan," is pronounced as /liən/, with the "y" taking on the sound of a long "e" in "bee" and the "a" sounding like the "a" in "can." Therefore, the correct spelling of this name is "Lillyan," with double L's and Y's.

Common Misspellings for LILLYAN

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Etymology of LILLYAN

The name "Lillyan" is derived from the English name "Lillian". "Lillian" is considered a variant of the name "Lily", which is derived from the Latin word "lilium", meaning "lily flower". The Latin word "lilium" itself is ultimately believed to have originated from the ancient Greek word "leírion". The name "Lillyan" closely resembles "Lillian" in terms of etymology, variation, and pronunciation.