♀ Name Lilith – Belonging To The Night

Origin:	Sumerian, Akkadian, Hebrew
Meaning:	of the night, belonging to the night, demon, spirit
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Lilith (Hebrew: לִילִית) is a feminine name that originates from Sumerian. The Sumerians were an ancient Mesopotamian culture. In Jewish tradition, Lilith was Adam’s first wife and is often depicted as a demon. Her name is commonly interpreted as “of the night,” “belonging to the night,” or “demon,” “spirit.”

Where does the name Lilith come from?

The name Lilith has its earliest roots in the Sumerian goddess Lildu, who was the goddess of the wind at great heights. Over time, this evolved into the name Lilith. In Jewish tradition, Lilith is said to have been Adam’s first wife, who was banished from the Garden of Eden and replaced by Eve because she refused to submit to Adam. She is cursed and is often depicted as a night spirit or demon.

What does the name Lilith mean?

Lilith means “of the night,” “belonging to the night,” or “demon,” “spirit.”

Word composition

• Akkadian “lilâtu” = evening, night
• Akkadian “lilû” = demon, spirit
• Hebrew “לַיְלָה” (láyla) = night

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Last updated: 1/24/2025