Find out how popular the first name Delijah has been for the last 14 years (from 1997 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Delijah by gender

Based on the last 14 years of data, Delijah is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 59% of people named Delijah being female.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Delijah.

It's also interesting to see that despite Delijah being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2010 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Delijah.

The history of the first name Delijah

The name Delijah is a modern variation of the Hebrew name Delilah, which means "delicate" or "languishing." It is derived from the Hebrew root word "dalal," which means "to languish" or "to be weak." The name is believed to have originated in ancient Israel, where it was first recorded in the biblical narrative of Samson and Delilah.

In the Book of Judges, Delilah is portrayed as a woman from the valley of Sorek, who betrays the secret of Samson's strength to the Philistines, leading to his downfall. The name Delilah has been interpreted as a symbol of temptation, deceit, and the weakness of men in the face of feminine charms.

The earliest recorded use of the name Delijah dates back to the 19th century, when it appeared as a variant spelling of Delilah. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Delijah Mills (1808-1888), an American abolitionist and women's rights activist from New York.

In the 20th century, the name Delijah gained popularity, particularly in the United States. One notable individual with this name was Delijah Cunningham (1904-1991), an African American educator and civil rights activist from Mississippi. She was instrumental in desegregating public schools in her home state.

Another prominent figure with the name Delijah was Delijah Harding (1922-2008), an American jazz musician and composer from New York. He was known for his work with the Duke Ellington Orchestra and for his contributions to the development of bebop and hard bop styles of jazz.

In literature, the name Delijah appears in the novel "The Valley of the Dolls" by Jacqueline Susann, published in 1966. In the book, Delijah is a minor character, a wealthy socialite and patron of the arts.

One more notable individual with the name Delijah was Delijah Miller (1933-2022), an American artist and sculptor from California. Her work focused on exploring themes of identity, gender, and cultural heritage, and she was widely recognized for her contributions to the Feminist Art Movement.

While the name Delijah has its roots in ancient Hebrew culture, it has evolved over time and gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in the United States, where it has been embraced as a unique and distinctive name choice.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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