"The night creature will also rest there."
Christian Name · Hebrew Origin
Lilith Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Lilith
girl
Lilith means "Night creature", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. The name Lilith does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Represents the contrast between darkness and the light of God's salvation.
Is Lilith in the Bible?
No — the name Lilith does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Night creature", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Lilith.
Pronunciation:/LIL-ith/
OriginHebrew
MeaningNight creature
What does Lilith mean?
Lilith is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Night creature". Referenced in Isaiah as a creature of desolation, the name carries an air of mystery in biblical tradition.
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What does Lilith mean in the Bible?
Lilith means "Night creature" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Referenced in Isaiah as a creature of desolation, the name carries an air of mystery in biblical tradition.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Lilith?
Lilith is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Night creature" — not because Scripture names anyone Lilith.
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Which books of the Bible mention Lilith?
Lilith is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Lilith?
Represents the contrast between darkness and the light of God's salvation.
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Lilith name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Lilith does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Night creature", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Lilith.
Lilith means "Night creature." It is a Hebrew name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Night creature" — runs right through the Bible.
Hebrew. Lilith comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "Night creature." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Lilith
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Lilith?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Lilith?
You can read every verse where Lilith appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.