Delailah

“A beloved name with deep roots”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9116US 2021

11Births / yr

↑Rising

148All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Delailah

DEL·uh·IL·AH

/ˈdɛl.ə.ˈɪl.ˈɑ/ · stress on DEL · 4 syllables

“A beloved name with deep roots”

American origin · Girl name

What does Delailah mean and where does it come from?

Delailah is a modern variation of the name Delilah, which is of Hebrew origin (דְּלִילָה). In Hebrew, the name means 'delicate' or 'weak,' though it has cultural references relating to the biblical Delilah, who is known as a femme fatale. The name has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United St

Cultural significance

Delailah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #8402 in 2009 — currently #9116 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Delailah?

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

Delailah Grace

How popular is Delailah right now?

Rising fast — up 170 spots — currently #9116 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2021#9116 · Top 6.7%

2010

2015

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#9116	11	▲ up 170
2020	#9286	11	▲ up 8570 · +120% births
2015	#17856	5	▼ down 7551 · -55% births
2010	#10305	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delailah

Best Year2021Rank #9116

Peak Count11

Average Rank#11641

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20214 years

The story of Delailah

Delailah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 148 total births recorded, Delailah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10305 in 2010 to #9116 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Delailah in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Delailah by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	54
2010s ★	83
2020s	11

💎Delailah has only 148 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delailah?

Common

DelDelieDelyIlah

What names sound and feel like Delailah?

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

American · a variation of

Denaijah

American · a modern name,

Denilah

American · A variation of

Deairah

American · A combination of

Denylah

American · A modern variant

Common questions about the name Delailah

What does the name Delailah mean?

Delailah means "A beloved name with deep roots" — 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 Delailah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Delailah?

Delailah 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.

How do you pronounce the name Delailah?

Delailah is a four-syllable name pronounced D EH1 L AH0 IH1 L AA1. 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 Delailah?

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