Layla

Girl's name

Layla is an Arabic name meaning "night" or "dark beauty." It has roots in Arabic and Persian languages.

Meaning Night
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 5,305
Peak year 2019

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Layla Alizada - Actress known for "Day One" and "Shut Eye."
  • Layla El - Professional wrestler and dancer.
  • Layla Kayleigh - TV host and actress.
  • Layla Moran - British politician and Member of Parliament.
  • Layla Rumi - Singer-songwriter and actress.
  • Layla Saad - Author and anti-racism educator.
  • Layla Spring - Singer and contestant on "American Idol."
  • Layla Subritzky - Singer and actress from New Zealand.
  • Layla Zanganeh - Iranian actress and model.
  • Layla Zoe - Canadian blues singer and songwriter.

Sisters for Layla

Girl names closely related to Layla

Brothers for Layla

Boy names closely related to Layla

Name Variants

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