Delyla Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-LIE-lah / /dɛˈlaɪlə/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: delicate; Arabic: night
Historical & Cultural Background
Delyla is a variant of the name Delilah, which has roots in Hebrew culture. In the biblical context, Delilah is known as the woman who betrayed Samson. The name has been used in various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing beauty and seduction. Its Arabic interpretation adds a layer of cultural richness, associating it with the night.
Trend Summary
Delyla has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Delilah
- Delylah
International Variants
- Dalila (Arabic)
- Delila (Spanish)
Famous people named Delyla
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Fictional characters named Delyla
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Delyla was first seen in the United States in 1984. Delyla has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Delyla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Delyla (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 39 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 20 |