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Lailah: Meaning & Origin

Lailah is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning “Derived from 'Laila', meaning 'night'; represents the beauty and mystery of the night sky..” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Lai, Laila. As of 2019, Lailah ranks #960 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #960 in 2019.

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Pronunciation

LIE-lah

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

66/100 Score

Currently #960 among US baby names.

Nicknames

LaiLaila

Popularity Trend

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US Rank

* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data

Middle Name Ideas

  • Lailah Samira
  • Lailah Nadia
  • Lailah Yasmin

Frequently Asked Questions About Lailah

What does the name Lailah mean?

Lailah means “Derived from 'Laila', meaning 'night'; represents the beauty and mystery of the night sky..” It is a girl's name of Arabic origin.

How do you pronounce Lailah?

Lailah is pronounced LIE-lah.

Is Lailah a boy or girl name?

Lailah is most commonly used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Lailah?

Lailah currently ranks #960 among girls' names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Lailah?

Popular nicknames for Lailah include Lai, Laila.

What are good middle names for Lailah?

Middle names that pair well with Lailah include Lailah Samira, Lailah Nadia, Lailah Yasmin.

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