Dalila Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dalila Name at a Glance

Name	Dalila
Meaning	Desired; languishing. Famous bearer: Biblical Delilah tempted Samson into revealing the secret of his superhuman strength.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Dalila Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dalila means “Desired; languishing. Famous bearer: Biblical Delilah tempted Samson into revealing the secret of his superhuman strength”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dalila Name Origin

Our database records Dalila under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dalila a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dalila is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dalila

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