Lilith
LIL-ith
✦ Meaning
“Hebrew name meaning 'of the night,' from Jewish and Mesopotamian mythology as a figure of independence and rebellion, representing strength and autonomy.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #256 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Lilith (Frasier)
- Lilith (Jewish mythology)
- Lilith Fair (Joni Mitchell's concept)
Cross-Cultural Notes
Hebrew origin; works across Jewish, literary, and modern English contexts
People Also Ask
Hebrew name meaning 'of the night,' from Jewish and Mesopotamian mythology as a figure of independence and rebellion, representing strength and autonomy.
Lilith is currently ranked #256 in the United States. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Popular nicknames for Lilith include Lil, Lillie, Litha.
Names that pair beautifully with Lilith include Lyra, Iris, Artemis, Wren.