All about the name

Dlilah

Female

« Dlilah is an ancient Phoenician name meaning "my night". »

#19658 over 5 years

Meaning, origin, history

Dlilah is a unique and beautiful name with a rich history and meaning that dates back thousands of years. It is an ancient Phoenician name that means "my night." The Phoenicians were an ancient Semitic people who lived in the area now known as Lebanon, Syria, and Israel. The name Dlilah is also mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Judges. In this story, Delilah is a woman who was hired by the Philistines to betray Samson, a powerful warrior. Samson had sworn never to cut his hair, believing it was the source of his strength. Delilah was paid to discover the secret of Samson's power and eventually succeeded in cutting his hair while he slept, leading to his capture. Despite its biblical association with betrayal, Dlilah is still considered a beautiful and meaningful name by many people today. It has been used as a given name for girls throughout history and continues to be popular in some cultures and countries. In terms of origin, the name Dlilah is not derived from any other language or culture, but rather is an ancient Phoenician name with its own unique meaning and history. Over time, variations of the name have emerged, such as Delila, Deliliah, and Dalila, but they all share the same root meaning of "my night.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Dlilah since 1880

Total births
28
Total since 1880
Peak year
2019
7 births
in 2020
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+20%
vs previous 5 years