Delilah

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A biblical name for the famed seductress who enticed Samson into revealing the source of his great strength only to betray him with the knowledge. Their story has been the subject of several films and a painting by Flemish master, Peter Paul Rubens. Its been used sporadically since the 19th century and is slowly climbing the chart as part of a biblical name revival.

Popularity: Ranked #187 in 2010; See More Popularity Rankings
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Female
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Variations: Lyle +; + Add a Variation
Alternative Spellings: Dalila +; Delila +; + Add an Alternative
Nicknames: Dee +; Lilah +; + Add a Nickname
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Famous Delilahs: Delilah Rene (national radio personality); + Add a Famous Delilah
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