What Does the Name Lilith Mean
The name Lilith comes from Near Eastern Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Lilith below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Lilith Name Meaning
Near Eastern Mythology, Judeo-Christian LegendDerived from Akkadian lilitu meaning "of the night". This was the name of a demon in ancient Assyrian myths. In Jewish tradition she was Adam's first wife, sent out of...
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What does the name Lilith mean?
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