US Popularity:1733
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Dark beauty; Night; Born at night
Laylah is a feminine name of Arabic origin. It means “dark beauty,” “night,” and “born at night,” and is a popular choice for babies born at nightfall. Also sharing origins in Hebrew, Laylah has several spelling variations, including Layla, Leila, and Lyla. In the music world, “Layla” is a critically acclaimed rock song written by Eric Clapton and Jim Gordon. They cite an ancient Arabian love story and Persian poem as the inspiration behind this famous track. Whether baby Laylah arrives at dawn or dusk, they can celebrate their beauty and gain a personal song choice with this elegant name.

Laylah Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Laylah is currently #3389 on The Bump
Girl:Laylah is currently #1518 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Laylah is currently #1733 in U.S. births
Girl:Laylah is currently #669 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1733
in 2022
- 107
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 200, 201

  • Behind the Name, Laylah, August 2009

  • Behind the Name, Layla,

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