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Girl
Layla
Night
Origin
Arabic
Used in
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Popularity
#60 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Layla
Layla comes from the Arabic layl, 'night', evoking the dark, mysterious beauty of nightfall. It is the name of the beloved heroine of the classic poem 'Layla and Majnun', a symbol of absolute love in Arab and Persian tradition. Common throughout the Arab world and — thanks partly to Eric Clapton's famous song — increasingly chosen in the West.
Variants around the world
How Layla sounds in other languages.
LeilaLeylaLaila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Layla mean?
The name Layla means Night.
What is the origin of the name Layla?
Origin of Layla: Arabic.
What are the international variants of the name Layla?
International variants of Layla: Leila, Leyla, and Laila.