Dalida
Fact sheet
- Name
- Dalida
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Dalida is regarded as a Hungarian variant of the name Delilah, whose exact origin is unclear. The first name could mean 'the one with hanging hair' or 'the falling lock,' deriving from the Ancient Hebrew word dalal (דלל), which means 'to hang' or 'to dangle.'
What does the name Dalida mean?
Dalida is considered a Hungarian spelling of Delilah, whose origin is not clearly defined. The name likely means 'the one with hanging hair' or 'the falling lock' and is derived from the Ancient Hebrew word dalal (דלל), which means 'to hang' or 'to dangle.' Dalida may also trace back to the Ancient Hebrew terms dal (דל) or dalal (דלל), meaning 'to be small,' 'to be insignificant,' and 'light.' In this case, the meaning could be 'the little one.' Further interpretations are described in detail on the page for Delila. In the Old Testament, Dalida is mentioned as the beloved of Samson, who cut his hair and betrayed him to the Philistines (Book of Judges). Other spellings include Dalila, Dalilah, Deleila, Delayla, Delaila, and Dilayla.
Where does the name Dalida come from?
The etymology of Dalida is Ancient Hebrew and means 'the one with hanging hair.' The Ancient Hebrew root dalal stands for 'to hang' or 'to dangle.' The terms dal or dalal also mean 'to be small,' 'to be insignificant,' and 'light.' In Arabic, dalla could mean 'to flirt' or 'to coquette,' while in Ancient Hebrew, del, delı̂ylâh, or delilah can be translated as 'the weak' or 'languishing.' The language of the name is Hungarian.
How do you pronounce Dalida?
Da-li-da
Popularity
In Germany, Dalida is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2007, reaching 1,198th place. In the last ten years, Dalida has been given as a first name about 20 times, which places it 5,571st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,917th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dada / Daidi / Dali / Dalle / Dalulu / Lida
Famous people
- Yolanda Christina Gigliotti alias Dalida (singer and actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Dalida
What is the origin of the name Dalida?
Dalida has Ancient Hebrew roots and is considered a Hungarian spelling of Delilah. The name is derived from the root word dalal, which means 'to hang' or 'to dangle.'
What does the name Dalida mean?
The meaning of Dalida is often interpreted as 'the one with hanging hair.' Alternatively, the name could also mean 'the little one,' based on the Ancient Hebrew terms for 'to be small' or 'to be insignificant.'
How popular is the name Dalida?
Dalida is a rather rare name, but it enjoys some popularity in certain regions, especially in Hungary. The name's recognition may increase due to cultural influences and prominent bearers.