Lilith
Lilith is a girls' name of Hebrew origin meaning “of the night, night monster.” It ranked #277 in the United States in 2025. From Hebrew 'lilit,' derived from 'layil' meaning night.
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how do you pronounce Lilith?
LIL-ith
more about Lilith
In Jewish folklore, Lilith is portrayed as Adam's first wife who refused subjugation and became a demon. She has become a feminist symbol of independence and defiance.
how popular is this name?
Lilith has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 16 years since 2010. It peaked at #232 in 2023, and ranked #277 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #277 |
| 2024 | #255 |
| 2023 | #232 |
| 2022 | #269 |
| 2021 | #268 |
| 2020 | #316 |
| 2019 | #402 |
| 2018 | #519 |
| 2017 | #488 |
| 2016 | #534 |
| 2010 | #991 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Lilith fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Lilith
In Jewish folklore Lilith is said to be Adam's first wife, who defied him, left the Garden of Eden and became a she-demon; the story has inspired modern feminists.
who are famous people named Lilith?
- Lilith (Jewish folklore figure)
- Lilith (character in Frasier TV series)
what are the nicknames and variants of Lilith?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Lilith?
what names go well with Lilith?
Sibling names that share Lilith's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Lilith
What does the name Lilith mean?
Lilith means “of the night, night monster”.
What is the origin of the name Lilith?
Lilith comes from the Hebrew naming tradition.
How popular is the name Lilith?
Lilith ranked #277 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Lilith a boy or girl name?
Lilith is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Lilith?
Lilith is pronounced LIL-ith, with 2 syllables.
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