Girl name · Hebrew
Delilah
“delicate, languishing”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Delilah.
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Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Delilah — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Delilah is Hebrew — "delicate, languishing" — the woman whose scissors undid Samson, giving the name three thousand years of dangerous glamour. The Plain White T's ballad and the biblical rehabilitation both softened her.
Delilah has climbed into the American top 50, holding fiftieth place in 2024 — proof that a great villain outlasts a hundred forgettable heroines.
The name is silk with a hidden edge, four syllables of pure melody. It pairs well with short middles (Delilah Mae, Delilah Wren). Vibe-wise it is Whimsical-romantic with a Dark Academia footnote — beauty that knows what it is doing.
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All Hebrew names →Delilah — common questions
Is Delilah a boy or girl name?
Delilah is traditionally a girl name of Hebrew origin. It ranked #51 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Delilah mean?
Delilah means “delicate, languishing” of Hebrew origin. Delilah is Hebrew — "delicate, languishing" — the woman whose scissors undid Samson, giving the name three thousand years of dangerous glamour. The Plain White T's ballad and the biblical rehabilitation both softened her.
Where does the name Delilah come from?
Delilah is Hebrew in origin. Delilah has climbed into the American top 50, holding fiftieth place in 2024 — proof that a great villain outlasts a hundred forgettable heroines.
What are common nicknames for Delilah?
Della, Dee, Lila, and Lola — the short-forms parents most often use for Delilah.
How popular is Delilah?
Delilah ranked #51 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Delilah you might want for the nursery.