Delilah
Delilah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈlaɪlə/
Meaning and origin of Delilah
- A female given name from Hebrew of Biblical origin.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew דְּלִילָה (d'līla, “[she who] weakened”).
How popular is Delilah?
Since 1880, 66,683 girls in the U.S. have been named Delilah. Its highest rank for girls was #50 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #51 for girls, with 4,137 babies given the name.
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Delilah FAQ
What does the name Delilah mean?
A female given name from Hebrew of Biblical origin. Borrowed from Hebrew דְּלִילָה (d'līla, “[she who] weakened”).
What is the origin of the name Delilah?
Delilah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Delilah?
Since 1880, 66,683 girls in the U.S. have been named Delilah. Its highest rank for girls was #50 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #51 for girls, with 4,137 babies given the name.
Is Delilah a boy or girl name?
Delilah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 66,683 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.