Opinions on the usability of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. Oh and I love it and although we like [name_f]Lily[/name_f] as a nickname we think it’s too short by itself. I’m not keen on [name_f]Lilian[/name_f] and OH detests [name_f]Elizabeth[/name_f] and [name_f]Elspeth[/name_f] but [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] seems to hit the right spot. However, there are mythological connotations associated with [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. Would this make it unusable or is it obscure enough that most people wouldn’t know?
It is a dealbreaker for me. I remember reading the story of [name_f]Ruth[/name_f] and [name_m]Boaz[/name_m] (not the original, from the Bible, but a novel that elaborated on the Biblical narrative), and it explained [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. It totally creeped me out. Besides, even if I don’t believe it’s real (I do believe the Bible; everything I’ve heard about [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] points to the fact that it’s a mythical creature), it still has very strongly negative connotations, and I wouldn’t want that associated to my daughter. There’s other unusual ways to get to [name_f]Lily[/name_f], if that’s what you’re after–[name_f]Liliosa[/name_f], [name_f]Lilias[/name_f], [name_f]Lilia[/name_f], Lilevi, Lilikoi, etc.
It’s more the sound of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] we like. [name_f]Lily[/name_f] isn’t our objective really, just a nickname that could be used for [name_f]Lilith[/name_f].
I admit, the sound of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is nice. Very unusual, but still the soft [name_f]Lili[/name_f] sound at the beginning. I’m not sure other -ith names are what you’re going for, but I have a huge thing for [name_f]Edith[/name_f]–I find that it has that same sweetness up front ([name_f]Edie[/name_f]!) with the unexpected -ith ending.
I like [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. The name is gorgeous, and the mythology… is a bit weird, but quite cool. From what I understand [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] (lilitu) was ethereal beings or demons (something involving stealing children I believe? I always wondered if they were based on [name_f]Lamia[/name_f] from Greek mythology). The other [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] was some kind of off-Biblical tale about [name_m]Adam[/name_m]'s first wife who was created by herself, not from [name_m]Adam[/name_m]'s body and didn’t obey him. Which obviously makes her amazing and a great role model. I think [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]'s a wonderful name, and you’re in the U.K., no one’s going to care about the Bible connection.
I like it from the mythological standpoint, but dislike the sound of it…-th names always sound lispy to me.
And what do you think of the feminist nature of the name. Personally, being a midwife, I love that but don’t want it to be too feminist, if that makes sense?
I think [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is a neat name! Esspecially with the NN [name_f]Lily[/name_f], however, I agree with the above…the name can sound a little lispy and in mythology/folklore… the name is derived from a class of female demons…so Im not sure how wearable it is for a little girl.
BUT, I do think that if you love a name enough, use it! I dont believe their are really any rights or wrongs when it comes to naming your child. Its all personal opinion.
some other options you may like that can all have the NN [name_f]Lily[/name_f]…
Lyllix
[name_f]Layla[/name_f]
[name_f]Lila[/name_f]
[name_f]Lilia[/name_f]
[name_f]Lilium[/name_f] ( type of lily flower)
[name_f]Eliana[/name_f] (NN could be [name_f]Ellie[/name_f] or [name_f]Lily[/name_f])
[name_f]Lily[/name_f] (on its own is very nice!)
[name_f]Delilah[/name_f]
[name_f]Lilac[/name_f]
[name_f]Tallulah[/name_f]
[name_f]Lorraine[/name_f]
[name_f]Lilias[/name_f]
[name_f]Laily[/name_f]
[name_f]Lil[/name_f]
[name_f]Lilibeth[/name_f]
[name_f]Olivia[/name_f] or Olivianna (nn [name_f]Liv[/name_f] or [name_f]Lily[/name_f]! both super cute!)
Good [name_m]Luck[/name_m]!! =)
Honestly, I find [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]'s mythology quite interesting. I’m most familiar with the non-Biblical tale found in the Talmud (I believe) and find her demand of equality because she was made from dust, just as [name_m]Adam[/name_m] rather admirable - the first feminist if you will. Of course the later curse, demonization, and revenge by killing off the children of [name_m]Adam[/name_m] and [name_f]Eve[/name_f] is deplorable. Despite all that, I think it’s a lovely name.
I love it. I think it’s a very pretty name and I wish it were used more often. Besides the mythology association, another thing to consider is that [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] a well-known character from the TV shows Cheers and Fraiser. [name_m]Both[/name_m] of these shows are off the air (meaning they aren’t making any new episodes) and since you are from the UK it might not be something to worry about, but I wanted to mention it in case something like this would concern you.
To be honest with you, before joining this website I had no idea about the biblical association to [name_f]Lilith[/name_f], taking into consideration my grandmother used to read us bible verses as bed time stories at nighttime and drag us to church every [name_f]Sunday[/name_f] and special religious day.
For me it is obscure enough to not connect it with any bad association, but I can only speak for me.
btw if it counts I am no longer a practicing Catholic.
[name_f]Lilith[/name_f] had been used a few times in stories as the name of a succubus.
I like it written and how it sounds but wouldn’t use it for that reason and what you mentioned above but its really up to you. [name_f]Liliana[/name_f] is another option.
I’ve always thought it sounded like someone talking with a lisp or a stuffy nose…
I love the sound of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. I think it’s beautiful and mystical.
(I also love the sound of [name_m]Lucifer[/name_m] and wouldn’t hesitate using it if I didn’t fear my own mother would actually - not metaphorically - kill me.)
I think [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is difficult to choose to use. The biblical association aside, [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is making quite an appearance in popular culture.
The [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]-fair is a very positive association but… the revival of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] named vampire/demon characters over the last couple of years in [name_u]True[/name_u] Blood, Supernatural etc does bring the “evil” associations to the foreground.
I think [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is probably better saved as a mn instead of a fn.
You mentioned you don’t necessarily like [name_f]Lili[/name_f]- names. These names appeal to me
on a similar level as [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] and have a similar sounds are [name_u]Meredith[/name_u], [name_f]Gwynith[/name_f] and [name_f]Lillita[/name_f].
(If you aren’t opposed to smoosh names Lilitha might be a good compromise between the happier Lilita and [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]).
lexium I actually thought [name_m]Lucifer[/name_m] was a beautiful, creative but unusable name at some point. Unlike you, the thought never even crossed my mind to actually use the name or utter outloud that I liked it. My family would probably try to have me exorcised for even mentioning it.
I love [name_f]Lillith[/name_f]! [name_m]Both[/name_m] the name and the interesting mythological connotations. I’m really into “th” ending names. I love the suggestion of [name_f]Edith[/name_f]. Here are some more you might like the sound of:
[name_f]Tanith[/name_f]
[name_f]Gwyneth[/name_f]
[name_f]Blythe[/name_f]
[name_f]Ardith[/name_f]
[name_f]Hyacinth[/name_f]
[name_f]Judith[/name_f]
[name_u]Meredith[/name_u]
Nameberry has the meaning of [name_f]Tanith[/name_f] listed as, “Name of the Phoenician deity who was the patron of Carthage, goddess of the moon, and a fertility figure.” Perfect for a midwife?! 
I actually know a [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. She’s 3 and just the cutest thing ever. She mostly goes by [name_f]Lili[/name_f] but every once in a while her mother calls her [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. It’s unique with a modern twist. It seems that every other baby I meet (and I don’t meet many on a daily basis) is called [name_f]Lily[/name_f], at least in my area. So, [name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is just unique enough to give it a boost up without being thrown in the “weird” cupboard. [name_f]Love[/name_f] it.
[name_f]Lilith[/name_f] is awesome. So bold, strong, simple and yet gorgeous. I, too, think the standing-up-to-a-man thing is a highly positive association. Unless your family is super religious, I’d say it’s usable.
Most people don’t know about all the mythology of [name_f]Lilith[/name_f]. Go for it!