Dorothy vs Lilith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lilith

Girl #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the night, night monster"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Mesopotamian English Pagan/Wiccan

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#256
Total SSA Count
1,240
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lily, Lili

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dorothy Rank #431
Lilith Rank #256

Lilith is more popular, ranked #256 vs #431 for Dorothy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dorothy ___

  • Dorothy Jane
  • Dorothy Rose
  • Dorothy Mae
  • Dorothy Grace
  • Dorothy Louise
  • Dorothy Ann

Lilith ___

  • Lilith Rose
  • Lilith Mae
  • Lilith Grace
  • Lilith Fern
  • Lilith Snow
  • Lilith Moon

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dorothy

Eleanor Hazel Mabel Walter Clarence

If you choose Lilith

Raven Damien Lyra Felix Cressida

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorothy or Lilith more popular?

Lilith is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Dorothy at #431 in the United States.

What do Dorothy and Lilith mean?

Dorothy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Lilith means "of the night, night monster" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dorothy and Lilith boy or girl names?

Dorothy is primarily a girl name. Lilith is primarily a girl name.

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