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Girl name

Layla

Layla is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “night.” It currently ranks #30 for US girls and is steady.

Meaning
Night.
Origin
Arabic
US rank
#22
Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
L

Layla's popularity over time

→ Steady
#30 in 2023Peak rank #23US SSA · girls
#1#15#30201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Layla

What does the name Layla mean?

Layla means "Night." and is of Arabic origin.

Is Layla a boy or girl name?

Layla is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Layla?

Layla ranked #30 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #23).

How many syllables are in Layla?

Layla has 2 syllables and 5 letters.

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