Gilah
GHI-lah
Gilah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Gilah is a Hebrew name, meaning 'joy' or 'rejoicing'. It is a short, expressive name with a positive connotation.”, and peaked in popularity in 2018.
What Gilah Means
“Gilah is a Hebrew name, meaning 'joy' or 'rejoicing'. It is a short, expressive name with a positive connotation.”
The Story of Gilah
Before you knew her face, you felt the quiet hum of pure, unadulterated joy waiting to burst forth.
Gilah is a vibrantly Hebrew name, first appearing in records in the 21st century. Its core meaning is 'joy' or 'rejoicing,' a pure expression of happiness and celebration that has echoed through Hebrew culture.
This name sings of delight. For your daughter, Gilah embodies the spirited, cheerful energy you already sense within her, a bright spark promising laughter and light-heartedness.
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Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 2018
Total Births
5
First Recorded
2018
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