Emma Girl
EH-muh
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Lillith
GirlHebrew· “variant of Lilith; night spirit”
- Meaning
- variant of Lilith; night spirit
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- LIH-lihth
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,919
- US babies 2025
- 101
- Best rank
- #1,797 (2021)
- Peak year
- 2014
Meaning and origin of Lillith
Lillith is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “variant of Lilith; night spirit”.
Lillith is a variant of Lilith, a figure in Jewish folklore often described as a night spirit or demon. In medieval Jewish legend, Lilith is said to be the first wife of Adam, who left the Garden of Eden rather than submit to him. The name is traditionally associated with the Hebrew word for night, though it probably goes back to an Akkadian term for a kind of spirit. Lillith has a mysterious, powerful feel and has been embraced in modern times as a symbol of independence.
Popularity over time
Lillith first appears in US Social Security records in 1918. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,797 in 2021, and the most babies received it in 2014, when 113 were named Lillith. In 2025, 101 babies were named Lillith, and it ranked #1,919 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #3,841 in 2000, #2,577 in 2010, and #1,919 in 2025. Of the 2,097 US girls named Lillith since records began, 45% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 630 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Ellyana, Viktoria, Jaina, Annalynn, and Aislyn.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Lillith ranked highest in Arizona, Washington, and Ohio.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | #986 | 6 |
| Washington | #1168 | 5 |
| Ohio | #1224 | 7 |
| Illinois | #1531 | 5 |
| Florida | #2046 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Lillith is usually pronounced LIH-lihth, with two syllables. It has seven letters, starts with L and ends in “-th”.
Middle names for Lillith
A few middle names that flow with Lillith: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Lillith
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lillith mean?
Lillith is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “variant of Lilith; night spirit”.
What is the origin of the name Lillith?
Lillith has Hebrew roots. Lillith is a variant of Lilith, a figure in Jewish folklore often described as a night spirit or demon.
Is Lillith a popular name?
Not especially. Lillith ranked #1,919 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Lillith a boy or girl name?
Lillith is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Lillith?
Lillith is usually pronounced LIH-lihth. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings