Lilith Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity
Lilith is predominantly used for girls. The statistics below show this exact spelling in official U.S. records.
How Do You Spell Lilith?
Lilith is spelled L-I-L-I-T-H. The name has 6 letters.
Lilith at a Glance
- Usage
- Predominantly used for girls
- Meaning
- Lilith is commonly associated with the meaning “of the night” or “night creature,” derived from the ancient Akkadian word “lilītu,” which…
- Origin
- Lilith may derive from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, where figures named lilītu appear as harmful spirits of the night.
- Pronunciation
- LIL-ith · 2 syllables
Lilith Popularity in 2025
Rank#277
Recorded Births1,111
- Girls usage fell 22 places to #277 and recorded 141 fewer births compared with 2024.
Figures reflect this exact spelling in the latest available U.S. Social Security Administration records. See the complete year-by-year trend.
What Does the Name Lilith Mean?
Lilith is commonly associated with the meaning “of the night” or “night creature,” derived from the ancient Akkadian word “lilītu,” which referred to a type of female demon or spirit.
Origin: Lilith may derive from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, where figures named lilītu appear as harmful spirits of the night. The name appears in later Jewish texts with evolving attributes.
How Do You Pronounce Lilith?
PronunciationLIL-ith
Syllables2
What Is the History of the Name Lilith?
- History
- The figure of Lilith appears in various literary and mystical texts over centuries, including early Mesopotamian demonology and later Jewish folklore. Her role and portrayal have varied in different contexts.
- Cultural notes
- Lilith is culturally associated with various mythological traditions as a figure representing a night demon or as a symbol of independence and rebellion in modern interpretations.
Lilith Popularity by Year
The table below shows the most recent available records for this exact spelling from 2002 through 2025. Use the full history page to explore every recorded year.
| Year | Usage Category | Recorded Births | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Girls | 1,111 | #277 |
| 2024 | Girls | 1,252 | #255 |
| 2023 | Girls | 1,300 | #232 |
| 2022 | Girls | 1,182 | #269 |
| 2021 | Girls | 1,165 | #268 |
| 2020 | Girls | 1,007 | #316 |
| 2019 | Girls | 771 | #402 |
| 2018 | Girls | 604 | #519 |
| 2017 | Girls | 639 | #488 |
| 2016 | Girls | 584 | #534 |
| 2015 | Girls | 515 | #586 |
| 2014 | Girls | 453 | #630 |
| 2013 | Girls | 323 | #828 |
| 2012 | Girls | 327 | #823 |
| 2011 | Girls | 282 | #922 |
| 2010 | Girls | 254 | #991 |
| 2009 | Girls | 221 | #1,146 |
| 2008 | Girls | 187 | #1,320 |
| 2007 | Girls | 160 | #1,459 |
| 2006 | Girls | 134 | #1,597 |
| 2005 | Girls | 130 | #1,565 |
| 2004 | Girls | 115 | #1,684 |
| 2003 | Girls | 116 | #1,652 |
| 2002 | Girls | 103 | #1,750 |
When Was Lilith Most Popular?
Peak years are based on the highest recorded birth totals for this exact spelling and usage category. They are ordered by birth count, not chronologically.
2023 · Girls
1,300 recorded births
National rank #232
2024 · Girls
1,252 recorded births
National rank #255
2022 · Girls
1,182 recorded births
National rank #269
2021 · Girls
1,165 recorded births
National rank #268
Where Lilith Ranked Highest in 2025
State rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys within each state. The SSA omits state-level names recorded fewer than five times, so low visible counts can still represent a relatively high state rank.
Top States for Girls
| State | Rank | Recorded Births |
|---|---|---|
| AK | #70 | 8 |
| NM | #100 | 13 |
| ME | #116 | 9 |
| WV | #139 | 11 |
| NH | #149 | 8 |
| NV | #150 | 16 |
| KY | #165 | 27 |
| MO | #167 | 37 |