Leyla is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning “Night, dark beauty.” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Ley. As of 2023, Leyla ranks #602 among girls' names in the United States and is currently rising in popularity. Its highest US ranking was #588 in 2020.
Love Leyla? and compare it with your partner.
LAY-lah
Phonetic spelling
Currently #602 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Leyla means “Night, dark beauty.” It is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Leyla is pronounced LAY-lah.
Leyla is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Leyla currently ranks #602 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Leyla include Ley.
Middle names that pair well with Leyla include Leyla Rose, Leyla Grace, Leyla Marie, Leyla Jane.
Other Arabic names you might love
“Meaning 'health' and 'well-being', akin to the vitality of stars in the universe.”
“City of the moon; embodies storytelling and imagination.”
“Our people (variant of Aitana)”
“Princess, aristocratic”
“Beloved, sweetheart (variant of Kaliyah)”
“Refers to 'mid-morning'; symbolizes brightness and clarity.”
“ray of light”
“Faith, belief”
Save Leyla to your shortlist, swipe through thousands of names, and find the one you and your partner both love.