GirlArabic
Laila
LIE-luh
Popularity
#371
falling
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
42,736
Peak Year
#2,413 in 2008
First Recorded
1884
Style
Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Night, dark beauty. A variation of Layla.
Numerology
7
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Laila Ali
American former professional boxer.
Laila Eloui
Egyptian actress.
Personality Traits
SensitiveArtisticIntelligentElegant
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