Layla
Layla: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛleΙͺlΙ/
Meaning and origin of Layla
- A female given name from Arabic, variant of Leila.
Etymology
One of many alternative spellings of a name transliterated from Arabic; see Leila for more information. Since the late 20th century, in English, this given name in this spelling is sometimes bestowed solely because it is considered euphonious, a theme true of many given names; Wikipedia at given name Β§ Popularity discusses name choice motivations.
How popular is Layla?
Since 1880, 129,136 girls and 109 boys in the U.S. have been named Layla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #23 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #7849 in 2011. In 2025 it ranked #36 for girls, with 5,338 babies given the name.
Names similar to Layla
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Layla
Sister and brother names that share Layla's Arabic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Layla FAQ
What does the name Layla mean?
A female given name from Arabic, variant of Leila. One of many alternative spellings of a name transliterated from Arabic; see Leila for more information. Since the late 20th century, in English, this given name in this spelling is sometimes bestowed solely because it is considered euphonious, a theme true of many given names; Wikipedia at given name Β§ Popularity discusses name choice motivations.
What is the origin of the name Layla?
Layla is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Layla?
Since 1880, 129,136 girls and 109 boys in the U.S. have been named Layla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #23 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #7849 in 2011. In 2025 it ranked #36 for girls, with 5,338 babies given the name.
Is Layla a boy or girl name?
Layla is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 129,136 girls and 109 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.