Dillie
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About Dillie
Dillie is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may serve as a diminutive of names like Delia, Delilah, or Cordelia, or derive from the Germanic name element 'dil' meaning 'complete.' With its cheerful '-ie' ending, Dillie conveys a bright, playful quality. The name was occasionally used in the early 20th century but remains quite rare today. Dillie has a vintage charm reminiscent of the nickname culture of bygone eras, making it appeal to parents drawn to sweet, nostalgic names. Its simplicity and friendly sound offer a distinctively warm alternative to more common feminine diminutives.
Pronounced DIL-ee.
As of October 2026, Dillie ranked #5446 for girls in US births in 1948 SSA, peaked at #640 for girls in 1881.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Dillie on lists
Famous Dillies
- Louise Miriam "Dillie" Keane
English actress and singer of trio Fascinating Aïda
Dillie in pop culture
- Dillie Tucker
character in Jennifer Crusie's Welcome to Temptation
- Dillie
nickname for Dylan