Name:
Delilah
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Hebrew
Meaning:
Delilah originates in Hebrew language and means "delicate woman". In the Bible, Delilah is a woman who betrays Samson for money. The story has been an inspiration for many artists over centuries, including John Milton and his Samson Agonistes. As a feminine given name, Delilah has been used in English-speaking countries since the 17th century.
Pronunciation:
di-LIE-lə
The Five Elements:
Metal
Also Spelled Like...:
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Famous Delilah:
Delilah Beasley : published author
Delilah Pierce : artist