More details about the name “Leila”
Leila is a modern and elegant name of Arabic origin meaning night. This name is often associated with beauty, mystery and peace. It is widely used in Arabic girl names as well as in Persian and Hebrew cultures. It gained romantic significance through the classic love story of Layla and Majnun a tale of eternal love. Girl names that start with L have a wonderful variety of lovely and unique options to explore.
Variants of this name like Layla, Laila and Leyla are popular worldwide with Leila. It ranks among the top baby names in many countries including the U.S. It is known for its poetic charm and symbolizes stability and grace. This name also makes it a favorite in literature and music.
This name is also taken by notable figures like actress Leila Bekhti and Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes. It reflects its global appeal and versatile beauty. It has continually ranked among the top 200 baby names in recent years. Common nicknames of this name include Lele, Lily, Lia, Lei, and Lia-Lou.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data