Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lilah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'night'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'lailah' and has been used in various forms across languages. The name is often associated with beauty and elegance and has gained popularity in recent years. It does not have significant biblical references. Variants include Leila and Layla, and it is currently viewed positively in modern culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈliːlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Lilah is derived from the Hebrew word 'lailah', which means 'night'. It is often associated with beauty and mystery.
Meaning
night
Language Evolution
Lailah (Hebrew), Lilah (Modern Hebrew and English)
Historical Usage
Lilah gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, particularly as a feminine given name inspired by its Hebrew roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Leila, Layla, Lila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lilah is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and a gentle spirit.
Famous People
Lilah Parsons (TV presenter), Lilah K. (singer)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,685 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1336th of 9107 | 603 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2274th of 9204 | 258 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4570th of 12526 | 141 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5237th of 19264 | 160 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5213th of 27321 | 262 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 674th of 35406 | 6,561 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 262nd of 30306 | 14,763 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.97% 835th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
80.78% 3615th/4475 |
- |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.62% 624th/4582 |
10.32% 533rd/5164 |
10.50% 768th/7313 |
8.96% 669th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.90% 235th/3984 |
5.37% 241st/4487 |
4.09% 279th/6822 |
4.37% 274th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1336th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2274th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4570th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5237th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5213th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 674th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 262nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.