Lilith
Lilith is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Belonging to the night, night demon, or night creature.
Origin and history
Lilith is an ancient name of Semitic origin, traditionally interpreted as meaning 'of the night' or 'night monster'. In Jewish folklore, Lilith is identified as a figure from early Mesopotamian mythology and medieval texts as Adam's first wife. In recent years, the name has seen a major rise in popularity in the United States, appealing to parents looking for dramatic, historical, or literary choices.
Popularity in the United States
13,534 babies in the United States have been named Lilith since 1880. It ranks #1368 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #265.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.9 %)
- CA (10.6 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
- PA (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 35 |
| 1920-1930 | 23 |
| 1930-1940 | 9 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 26 |
| 1970-1980 | 41 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 256 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,353 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,752 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,017 |
Nicknames
Lily, Lil
Fun facts
- The name traces back to Akkadian words like 'lilitu', referring to night spirits or demons in ancient mythology.
- In the 20th century, Lilith was adopted as a symbol of female independence and equality in popular culture and feminist literature.
- Once extremely rare in the U.S., Lilith has risen significantly into the top 300 names for girls in recent years.