Esther vs Lilith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Esther

Girl #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#131
Total SSA Count
2,206
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Essie, Ettie

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Esther Rank #131
Lilith Rank #256

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 vs #256 for Lilith.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Esther ___

  • Esther Rose
  • Esther Jane
  • Esther Mae
  • Esther Grace
  • Esther Violet
  • Esther Pearl

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 Esther

Ruth Agnes Sylvia Clement Jasper

If you choose Lilith

Raven Damien Lyra Felix Cressida

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esther or Lilith more popular?

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Lilith at #256 in the United States.

What do Esther and Lilith mean?

Esther means "star" (Persian origin). Lilith means "of the night, night monster" (Hebrew origin).

Are Esther and Lilith boy or girl names?

Esther is primarily a girl name. Lilith is primarily a girl name.

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