Layla is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #7924 in 2004 with 9 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2011 with 10 births ranking #7848. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 220,534 boys born was named Layla. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Layla is a lyrical Arabic name meaning 'night'. It combines beauty, softness, and a strong literary background.
The name has deep roots in Arabic literature, especially through the story of Layla and Majnun. Its modern popularity in English-speaking countries has also been supported by music and its graceful sound.