There are
820
Liljas in the USA
Lilja is the
28967th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lilja

HenryLilja

Henry Lilja was a Finnish ice hockey player who won a bronze medal at the 1968 Winter Olympics.

Anna-ClaraLilja

Anna-Clara Lilja is a Swedish author known for her detective novels and crime thrillers.

NiklasLilja

Niklas Lilja is a Swedish journalist and writer known for his insightful sports reporting.

LarsLilja

Lars Lilja is a Swedish actor who has appeared in numerous stage plays and films.

KarlLilja

Karl Lilja is a Swedish fashion designer known for his avant-garde and innovative designs.

ErikaLilja

Erika Lilja is a Finnish painter known for her vibrant and expressive abstract artworks.

JohannaLilja

Johanna Lilja is a Swedish singer-songwriter who gained popularity with her soulful and introspective music.

MatildaLilja

Matilda Lilja is a Swedish actress known for her roles in both film and television.

MikkoLilja

Mikko Lilja is a Finnish journalist and television presenter known for his work in the field of current affairs.

SofiaLilja

Sofia Lilja is a Swedish fashion model who has walked the runway for top fashion brands.

Lilja Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lilja' is of Swedish and Finnish origin. It is derived from the word 'lilja', which means 'lily' in Swedish and Finnish. The name likely originated as a nickname or a topographic name associated with the flower.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lilja' is most commonly found in Sweden and Finland, where it has its origins. It is also found in smaller numbers in other Scandinavian countries and among the Swedish and Finnish diaspora in various parts of the world.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lilja' include 'Lilje', 'Liljedahl', 'Liljestrand', 'Liljegren', 'Liljeholm', 'Liljefors', 'Liljeros', 'Liljendahl', 'Liljeroth', and 'Liljenberg'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Lilja' has been carried by immigrants from Sweden and Finland to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, particularly during periods of emigration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.