Dailah

“Dailah is a modern variation of the biblical name Delilah, which has Hebrew origins from 'דְּלִילָה' (Delilah)”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12420US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

88All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Dailah mean and where does it come from?

Dailah is a modern variation of the biblical name Delilah, which has Hebrew origins from 'דְּלִילָה' (Delilah). In the biblical context, Delilah is known for her story with Samson, where she is portrayed as a figure of both beauty and cunning. The name Dailah conveys a sense of delicacy and feminini

Cultural significance

Dailah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #9857 in 2016 — currently #12420 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dailah?

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

Dailah Grace

How popular is Dailah right now?

Rising fast — up 3422 spots — currently #12420 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#12420 · Top 9.2%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12420	7	▲ up 3422 · +40% births
2022	#15842	5	▼ down 56
2021	#15786	5	▼ down 4193 · -37% births
2020	#11593	8	▲ up 2251 · +14% births
2015	#13844	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dailah

Best Year2020Rank #11593

Peak Count8

Average Rank#13897

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Dailah

Dailah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 88 total births recorded, Dailah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13844 in 2015 to #12420 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dailah in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Dailah by decade

Dailah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	21
2010s ★	59
2020s	8

💎Dailah has only 88 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dailah?

Common

DaiDailDailieDailyIlah

What names sound and feel like Dailah?

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

Daijah

American · English

Daizah

American · Daisy flower

Darlah

American · English

Daylah

American · Possibly derived from

Xailah

American · Ease; grace

Tailah

American · morning dew

Cailah

American · English

Zailah

American · Sister of Zaire

Common questions about the name Dailah

What does the name Dailah mean?

Dailah means "English" — a name rooted in American 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 Dailah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Dailah?

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

Is Dailah trending right now?

Dailah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Dailah a common or rare name?

Dailah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.