Lejla
LAY-lah
Lejla is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “An Arabic name meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty', evoking a sense of mystery and elegance.”. It currently ranks #5516 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.
What Lejla Means
“An Arabic name meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty', evoking a sense of mystery and elegance.”
The Story of Lejla
A name whispered on the night air, evoking mystery and dark beauty, it waits to embrace your daughter.
Lejla is an Arabic name meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty.' It conjures images of the mysterious allure of the evening sky, a sense of deep introspection and quiet elegance. The name has traveled across cultures, often associated with romantic tales and a captivating sense of allure, a dark gem.
When you say 'Lejla,' you feel a sense of calm mystery settling over you, like the hush of twilight. It’s a name for a daughter whose intelligence and creativity will unfold with the quiet confidence of the night. Writing her name feels like capturing the essence of elegant introspection.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#47 in 2007
Total Births
854
First Recorded
1995
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