Laila

Rank 308th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Laila was 308th most popular baby name for girls and 646th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 1,028 babies were named Laila in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 3,268 babies in the United States were named Laila. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.9% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Laila is around 14 years old.

The name "Laila" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Laila is Lai.

Laila Meaning & Origin

Laila is a traditional Arabic name that means "night," often associated with concepts of beauty and tranquility.

The name Laila is described as mysterious, graceful and adventurous.

Pronunciation

Laila is pronounced ley-luh in English. The name Laila has 5 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Laila

  • The name "Laila" was popularized globally through various pieces of literature and music, including the classic "Layla" by Eric Clapton.

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Geography

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Similar Sounding Names

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