Lyla is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #152 in 2011 with 353 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 751 births ranking #61. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 11,666.7%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 910 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.