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Layla

Layla is a girl name of Arabic origin, meaning Night" - the beloved of Majnun.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#23

What does Layla mean?

Night" - the beloved of Majnun

How popular is Layla?

Popularity in the United States

Layla has been given to 100,195 babies in the United States since 1950, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 267 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Layla per year in the United States, 1950–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Layla has been given to 2,218 babies in France since 1957, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Layla per year in France, 1957–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,934 people called Layla living in Spain, with an average age of 25.5.

100,195 Babies named since 1950
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Layla

What does the name Layla mean?

Layla means Night" - the beloved of Majnun. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Layla a boy's or a girl's name?

Layla is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Layla?

Layla has been given to 100,195 babies in the United States since 1950, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.