Dahlila

“Dahlila is often considered a variation of the name Delilah” — Embodies qualities of delicacy and tenderness and is utiliz

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9762US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

255All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce Dahlila

DUHL·EE·luh

/ˈdəl.ˈiː.lə/ · stress on DUHL · 3 syllables

“Dahlila is often considered a variation of the name Delilah”

Embodies qualities of delicacy and tenderness and is utiliz · Arabic origin

What does Dahlila mean and where does it come from?

Dahlila is often considered a variation of the name Delilah. In Arabic culture, it embodies qualities of delicacy and tenderness and is utilized as a poetic term. The name has biblical roots, familiarized through the story of Delilah in the Old Testament, but has taken on a more modern interpretatio

Cultural significance

Dahlila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #4435 in 2008 — currently #9762 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dahlila?

Dahlila works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dahlila Grace

How popular is Dahlila right now?

Falling — down 1623 spots — currently #9762 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#9762 · Top 7.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9762	10	▼ down 1623 · -23% births
2022	#8139	13	▲ up 7645 · +160% births
2021	#15784	5	▼ down 3091 · -29% births
2020	#12693	7	▼ down 5212 · -56% births
2015	#7481	16	▼ down 644 · -16% births
2010	#6837	19	▲ up 5794 · +138% births
2005	#12631	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dahlila

Best Year2010Rank #6837

Peak Count19

Average Rank#10475

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Dahlila

Dahlila is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 255 total births recorded, Dahlila remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12631 in 2005 to #9762 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dahlila in 2008:

Emma Isabella Emily Olivia Ava

Dahlila by decade

Dahlila peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	8
2000s	90
2010s ★	150
2020s	7

💎Dahlila has only 255 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dahlila?

Common

DahDaIla

Famous people named Dahlila

Dahlila (Islamic scholar)

Dahlila bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Dahlila (Arab poet)

Dahlila carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Dahlila (historical Arab ruler)

Dahlila held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Dahlila (Sufi mystic)

Dahlila used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

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What names sound and feel like Dahlila?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dahlila also consider these

Dalila

Arabic · Arabic

Dahila

India · the flower dahlia

Kahlila

Arabic · Companion, Friend, One

Dalaila

Arabic · Arabic

Dahlyla

English · tender, delicate

Dahlia

Sweden · the flower name,

Common questions about the name Dahlila

What does the name Dahlila mean?

Dahlila means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Dahlila?

Dahlila is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Dahlila have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Dahlila?

Dahlila originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Dahlila?

Dahlila is a three-syllable name pronounced D AH1 L IY1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Dahlila?

Dahlila pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.