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Delilah

dee-LAI-luh

Popularity

#50

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

62,507

Peak Year

#4,240 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Delilah is a Hebrew name meaning 'delicate,' 'lovesome,' or 'hair'. It is famously known from the biblical story of Samson and Delilah.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Delilah Rene

    American radio personality

Nicknames

Personality Traits

CharmingMysteriousCreativeIntelligent

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