Delila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Delila is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'delicate' or 'weak'. It evolved from the biblical name Delilah and is associated with the story of Samson. The name reflects traits of beauty and allure, with a significant biblical relevance. Its popularity has been influenced by cultural references over the centuries.
The name Delila is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Delila has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Delila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1797th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1732nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2704th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3846th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3788th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2705th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3158th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Delila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delila"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈlaɪlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Delila is derived from the Hebrew name 'Delilah' which means 'delicate' or 'weak'. In the biblical context, Delilah is known as the woman who betrayed Samson.
Meaning
delicate, weak
Language Evolution
Delilah (Hebrew), Delila (English)
Biblical Background
Delila is often associated with the biblical figure who is known for her role in the story of Samson and Delilah in the Book of Judges.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 17th century, largely due to its biblical roots and cultural references in literature and art.
Variants & Derivatives
Delilah, Lila, Lilah
Modern Popularity & Image
Delila is perceived as a name that embodies both beauty and complexity, often associated with feminine strength and allure.
Famous People
Delilah Belle Hamlin (model and social media influencer), Delila Ali (singer and songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delila"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Delila"
"Delila" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1797th of 9107 | 379 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1732nd of 9204 | 401 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2704th of 12526 | 337 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3846th of 19264 | 261 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3788th of 27321 | 409 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2705th of 35406 | 968 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3158th of 30306 | 618 |
Regional Popularity of "Delila" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Delila" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.07% 1989th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
69.54% 2812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
52.15% 3294th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.24% 2348th/4582 |
58.83% 3038th/5164 |
39.74% 2906th/7313 |
26.24% 1958th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.40% 2725th/3984 |
- |
59.10% 4032nd/6822 |
42.91% 2693rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Delila"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delila" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.