Layla
Layla is an Arabic name meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty', made famous by the classical Arabic love story of Layla and Majnun. The name has deep poetic roots in Middle Eastern literature and gained widespread popularity in Western culture through Eric Clapton's iconic 1970 song.
Current Popularity
#37 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Has multiple accepted spellings (Layla, Laila, Leyla, Leila)
- •Easy to pronounce in most languages
- •Strong cultural significance in Arabic literature and poetry
- •Associated with beauty, mystery, and romance across cultures
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Statistics
123,729
Total births since 1880
2019
Peak year
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