Lilah
l(i)-lah
Fact Checked by Rhayn Abner
US Popularity:448
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:Delicate; Night
Lilah is a feminine name of Arabic and Hebrew origin, meaning "delicate," and "night." In Hebrew, Lilah comes from the root name Delilah which means "delicate," whereas, in Arabic, it is derived from the name Leila or Layla, meaning "night." Lilah is a soft, melodic name that would be well suited to a baby born during the night.
Common Nicknames for Lilah
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How Popular Is The Name Lilah?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lilah is currently #370 on The Bump
Girl:Lilah is currently #267 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lilah is currently #448 in U.S. births
Girl:Lilah is currently #198 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#198
in 2023
+ 22
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Lilah, February 2019
Behind the Name, Leila, April 2022
Behind the Name, Layla, December 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, Delilah, August 2023
Quranic Names, Laila, A Quranic Name for Girls
Online Etymology Dictionary, Leila
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