Lilith

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Meaning
Lilith is derived from the Hebrew word "lilitu," which means "night monster" or "screech owl." In Jewish mythology, Lilith was the first wife of Adam before Eve, but she was banished from Eden for refusing to submit to him.
Pronunciation
LIL-ith
LIL-ith(English)
Popularity
Lilith is not a very common name, but it has gained popularity in recent years. It is currently ranked as the 444th most popular girl's name in the United States.

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Lilith Name meanings & History

Lilith is derived from the Hebrew word "lilitu," which means "night monster" or "screech owl." In Jewish mythology, Lilith was the first wife of Adam before Eve, but she was banished from Eden for refusing to submit to him. Derived from Akkadian lilitu meaning "of the night". This was the name of a demon in ancient Assyrian myths. In Jewish tradition she was Adam's first wife, sent out of Eden and replaced by Eve because she would not submit to him. The offspring of Adam (or Samael) and Lilith were the evil spirits of the world. Lilith is a popular name among parents who are looking for unique, non-traditional names for their daughters.

Zodiac Sign of Lilith: Lover Taurus,Logical Libra

Synonyms of Lilith:

L: Languid,Lovely,Liaison,Legal,Luscious,Lazy,Lover

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

T: Truth,Talkative,Tacky,Tireless,Doubting Thomas,Touchy,Testy

H: Hope,Hobnobbing,Haggle,Heart's Desire,Hyper

Lilith is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Devious name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name

Famous People

Lilith Fair was a concert tour and travelling music festival, founded by Canadian musician Sarah McLachlan, that ran from 1997 to 1999. American actress and singer, Bebe Rexha, also has a song named "Lilith."

2.) LILITH (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: Old name derived from the Assyrian-Babylonian lihtu (of the night). In ancient Semitic folklore, Lilith was a vampire-like female demon who lived in desolate areas. In medieval Jewish folklore, she was both the first wife of Adam before Eve was created and a night witch who preyed upon sleeping infants. Var: Lillith. Pet: Lili, Lilli. (LIL-LITH)


3.) Lilith (Female)

Usage: Arabic

Meanings: (Arabic) of the night; night demon. Mythology: the first wife of Adam, according to ancient Jewish legends.

Other Forms: Lillith, Lilyth, Lyllyth, Lylyth


4.) LILITH (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: Old name derived from the Assyrian-Babylonian lilitu (of the night). In ancient Semitic folklore, Lilith was a female demon who lived in desolate areas. In Jewish folklore, the name was borne by the first wife of Adam before Eve was created. (LIL-ITH)


5.) Lilith (Female)

Usage: Arabic

Meanings: (Arabic) nocturnal

Other Forms: Lill, Lilli, Lillie, Lilly, Lilyth, Lilythe


6.) Lilith (Female)

Usage: Assyrian

Meanings: Of the night


7.) LILITH (Female)

Usage: English

Meanings: From the Assyrian-Babylonian lilitu (of the night). In ancient Semitic folklore, the name was used for a female demon and vampire that lived in desolate areas. In medieval Jewish folklore, Lilith was the first wife of Adam, before Eve’s creation. She was supposedly turned into a demon for refusing to obey Adam and became a night witch who menaced infants and small children. In spite of its negative attributes, Lilith remains a common name. Var: Lillith. Short: Lil. Pet: Lili, Lilli, Lillie, Lilly. (LIL-ITH)


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