Zillah

Meaning of Zillah

Zillah, a hidden gem of Hebrew origin meaning “shade” or “shadow,” steps onto the naming stage with the flair of a salsa dancer weaving between candlelit tables under a moonlit plaza. Pronounced ZIL-uh, she balances the mystery of twilight with the warmth of Latin sunshine, a delightful paradox that feels both ancient and vibrant. From her biblical cameo as Lamech’s adventurous wife to her modern-day renaissance—popping up about twenty times a year in the US birth charts around the 900s—she’s the kind of name that winks at tradition while doing the cha-cha into modern times, a wallflower and showstopper all at once. With a dash of coquettish humor and a tapestry of sun-kissed whispers, Zillah invites any little girl to twirl through life’s contrasts, casting poetic shadows and basking in joyful light. She’s not just a name; she’s a spirited story waiting to be told.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as ZIL-uh (/zɪlə/)

• Zelie
• Zilla
• Zella
• Zula
• Zelma
• Zelah
• Zilah