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Dahlilah

dah-LIE-lah

Dahlilah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Delilah, meaning 'delicate' or 'languishing' in Hebrew.”, and peaked in popularity in 2009.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Dahlilah Means

A variant of Delilah, meaning 'delicate' or 'languishing' in Hebrew.

The Story of Dahlilah

There is a delicate strength in this name, a story whispered through ages.

Dahlilah, a variant of Delilah, carries an ancient lineage from Hebrew roots. The name is often interpreted to mean 'delicate' or 'languishing,' suggesting a tender vulnerability. Its journey through time has imbued it with a sense of profound emotional depth.

This name resonates with the deep sensitivity you feel for your child. You imagine a daughter whose intuition guides her, whose artistic soul perceives the world with a rare, delicate beauty. She will be a source of profound comfort and understanding.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Delilah Rene

    American radio personality with a successful syndicated show.

  • Delilah S. Dawson

    Prolific American author across diverse genres.

Personality Traits

charmingsensitiveartisticintuitive

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#7 in 2009

Total Births

25

First Recorded

2009

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