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Comments and insights on the name Lillith: | Edit

I love the name Lillith and prefer this less conventional spelling. Lillith is a strong name that should be paired with a softer middle name to promote balance.

Personal experiences with the name Lillith: | Edit

My husband and I have agreed on Lillith Jane for our first born daughter. A bit humorous as Lillith is so dark and Jane means 'God is gracious'.

Nicknames for Lillith: | Edit

Lil, Lilli, Lily

Meanings and history of the name Lillith: | Edit

Lilith was Adam's first wife.

Lilith means 'of the night' and is also the name of a Mesopotamian storm demon and a Semitic night demon.
The oldest stories consider Lilith Adam's first wife, and when she refused to submit to Adam she was cast from the Garden of Eden where she wandered to the edges of the world to fornicate with devils.

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Lillith in song, story & screen: | Edit

Lillith was the character name for Dr. Lillith Frazier on the sitcom "Cheers".

Lillith was also the inspiration from the all female music experience "Lillith Fair."