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Girl name

Delilah

Delilah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “delicate.” It currently ranks #52 for US girls and is rising.

Meaning
Delicate.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#64
Syllables
3
Letters
7
Starts with
D

Delilah's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#52 in 2023Peak rank #52US SSA · girls
#1#68#135201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Delilah

What does the name Delilah mean?

Delilah means "Delicate." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Delilah a boy or girl name?

Delilah is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Delilah?

Delilah ranked #52 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #52).

How many syllables are in Delilah?

Delilah has 3 syllables and 7 letters.

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