Lyla is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #3409 in 2002 with 4 recorded births. This places Lyla in the bottom 37% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 751 births ranking #61. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 33.3%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 66,842 girls born was named Lyla. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Lyla is a soft, stylish name whose meaning depends on which tradition is intended. It is usually linked either to the Arabic-rooted night-name family or to the Sanskrit-rooted Lila family.
The y spelling gives the name a slightly more modern look while preserving its gentle sound. It has risen quickly as parents rediscover short names with elegance and movement.