Leila: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means night, a mysterious and romantic name of dark beauty.
- Origin
- Arabic
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #205
- Peak
- #165 in 1880
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Leila Means
Leila is a girl name of Arabic origin. Means night, a mysterious and romantic name of dark beauty.
How Popular Leila Is
Leila currently ranks #205 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #165 in 1880. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Leila
- Leila peaked at #165 in the U.S. in 1880.
- Leila is a name with Arabic heritage and meaning.
- It has a romantic, lyrical quality.
Names Like Leila
Other Arabic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Leila
Arabic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Leila.
Questions About Leila
What does Leila mean?
Leila is a girl name of Arabic origin. Means night, a mysterious and romantic name of dark beauty.
How popular is Leila?
Leila currently ranks #205 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #165 in 1880. It has held steady.
Where does Leila come from?
Leila comes from Arabic roots. Leila peaked at #165 in the U.S. in 1880.
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