All about the name ENLIL

Meaning, origin, history.

Enlil is an ancient Mesopotamian god, known as the Lord of Air and Lord of Wind. He was one of the most important gods in the Sumerian pantheon, often regarded as the father of the gods due to his role as the head of the assembly of the gods. Enlil's symbol is the storm bird, a creature with the body of a lion, the head of an eagle, and the tail of a snake. He was associated with thunderstorms, winds, and other atmospheric phenomena. In the Enuma Elish, the Babylonian creation myth, Enlil plays a significant role in the creation of humanity by suggesting to the gods that they create humans from clay to serve them.

Popularity of the name ENLIL since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Enlil saw an increase in popularity between 2019 and 2023, with a total of 18 babies named Enlil born over the six-year period."