Alexandra vs Delilah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delilah

Girl #50 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"From the Hebrew 'Delilah'; the biblical Delilah was the lover of Samson, who cut his hair to rob him of his strength"

Origin: Biblical

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#50
Total SSA Count
4,240
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Deli, Lilah, Lila

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alexandra Rank #221
Delilah Rank #50

Delilah is more popular, ranked #50 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra Claire

Delilah ___

  • Delilah Rose
  • Delilah Grace
  • Delilah Jane
  • Delilah Mae
  • Delilah Faith
  • Delilah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alexandra

Nicholas Sebastian Isabella Anastasia Victoria

If you choose Delilah

Samson Solomon Jezebel Iris Violet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Delilah more popular?

Delilah is more popular, ranked #50 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Delilah mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Delilah means "From the Hebrew 'Delilah'; the biblical Delilah was the lover of Samson, who cut his hair to rob him of his strength" (Biblical origin).

Are Alexandra and Delilah boy or girl names?

Alexandra is primarily a girl name. Delilah is primarily a girl name.

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