What is the origin of the name Delaila?

Delaila is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Delaila?

Delaila is currently ranked #13861 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Delaila?

Delaila is pronounced dee-LY-lah.

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GirlHebrew

Delaila

dee-LY-lah

Popularity

#13861

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

309

Peak Year

#22 in 2008

First Recorded

1970

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A variant spelling of Delilah, meaning "delicate" or possibly "languishing" in Hebrew.

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Della Lila Lilah

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Della Lila Lilah

Spelling Variations

Delilah Dalila

Similar Names

Isabella Olivia Amelia Layla

Personality Traits

GentleSensualArtisticIntelligent

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