What is the origin of the name Layla?

Layla is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Layla?

In 2023, 5,305 babies were named Layla in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Layla is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Popular

Births Last Year: 5,305 →

All-Time Total: 123,729

Peak Year: 2019

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

Girl names closely related to Layla

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Boy names closely related to Layla

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Names with similar meaning to Layla

Laila Lailah Laylah Leela Leila Leilah Lela Leyla

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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