Lyla: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A softer spelling of Layla meaning night, dark and poetic with romantic undertones.
- Origin
- Arabic
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #95
- Peak
- #95 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lyla Means
Lyla is a girl name of Arabic origin. A softer spelling of Layla meaning night, dark and poetic with romantic undertones.
How Popular Lyla Is
Lyla currently ranks #95 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #95 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Lyla
- The spelling Lyla has risen rapidly as an alternative to Layla.
- Lyla Garrity was a character on the TV show Friday Night Lights.
- Shares the same Arabic root as Layla, meaning night or dark beauty.
Names Like Lyla
Other Arabic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Lyla
Arabic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Lyla.
Questions About Lyla
What does Lyla mean?
Lyla is a girl name of Arabic origin. A softer spelling of Layla meaning night, dark and poetic with romantic undertones.
How popular is Lyla?
Lyla currently ranks #95 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #95 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Lyla come from?
Lyla comes from Arabic roots. The spelling Lyla has risen rapidly as an alternative to Layla.
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