GirlArabic
Lyla
LY-lah
Popularity
#83
stable
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
46,190
Peak Year
#2,944 in 2024
First Recorded
1884
Style
Soft & Gentle, Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Possibly derived from Lila, meaning 'night' in Arabic, or from Delilah, meaning 'delicate'.
Numerology
7
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Lyla Garrity (Fictional)
Character from the TV series Friday Night Lights.
Personality Traits
beautifulsweetintelligentgraceful
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