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Lilah

/ LY-lah /

feminine

Meaning

Night

Origin

Arabic

Lilah is a spelling variant of Layla or Lila, meaning 'night' in Arabic. It shares the same romantic and poetic history as Lyla. The 'h' at the end gives it a more traditional, slightly more ornate look, similar to names like Sarah or Hannah.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Lilah.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
INFP
15.6%
ISFP
14.1%
INFJ
12.8%
ENFP
11.2%
ENFJ
9.1%
ISFJ
8.5%
ESFP
7.6%
INTP
6.8%
ESFJ
5.4%
ISTP
3.7%
ENTP
2.1%
INTJ
1.4%
ISTJ
0.9%
ESTP
0.5%
ENTJ
0.2%
ESTJ
0.1%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Lilah is often perceived as a soft, romantic, and dreamy name. It is part of the major trend for names beginning with 'L' and ending in 'ah'. It feels both exotic and entirely accessible, making it a favorite for parents seeking a name that sounds beautiful and timeless.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

L

Lilah Parsons

British television host and model (b. 1988)

L

Lilah Fear

British-American ice dancer (b. 1999)

L

Lilah Morgan

Fictional character from the TV series Angel

Sibling Names

Goes well with