Enlil

Enlil Meaning & Origin

About Enlil
The name "Enlil" is derived from ancient Mesopotamian mythology and is associated with the god of wind, storms, and agriculture. In Sumerian mythology, Enlil was considered one of the most powerful gods, responsible for controlling the forces of nature and determining the fate of humanity. He was often depicted as a bearded man holding a staff or a whip, symbolizing his authority over the winds and storms. Enlil's name translates to "Lord Wind" or "Lord Air," reflecting his dominion over the natural elements and his role in sustaining life through agriculture.

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Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Enlil are male.

Enlil Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ANLL
🗽 NYSIIS
EA
🔊 Soundex
E5404
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
EH0 N L AY1 L
🌐 IPA
/enlil*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ANLL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
E544

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Enlil in Braille

Here's how to represent Enlil in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Enlil in braille

How to Spell the Name Enlil in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Enlil using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Enlil in sign language

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