Layla is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #291 in 2002 with 1,073 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 6,518 births ranking #23. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 399.1%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 1,675 girls born was named Layla. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.