Means "delicate, weak, languishing" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament she is the lover of Samson, whom she betrays to the Philistines by cutting his hair, which is the source of his power. Despite her character flaws, the name began to be used by the Puritans in the 17th century. It has been used occasionally in the English-speaking world since that time. Delilah originates in Hebrew language and means "delicate woman". In the Bible, Delilah is a woman who betrays Samson for money. The story has been an inspiration for many artists over centuries, including John Milton and his Samson Agonistes. As a feminine given name, Delilah has been used in English-speaking countries since the 17th century.
Delilah Related Names Variants: Dalila, Dalilah, Delila, Delylah
