Delilah is a highly popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #50 in 2021 with 981 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 1,194 births ranking #32. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 24,425.0%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 279 girls born was named Delilah. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Delilah is a dramatic biblical name with a soft, luxurious sound. It feels romantic, vintage, and full of character.
The name comes from the Hebrew Bible and later became attractive in modern use because of its rich rhythm and emotional intensity. Its rise shows how even complex biblical figures can inspire stylish names.