Layla
ليلىAssociated with night
Girl namesMeaning of Layla
Associated with night
About the name Layla
Layla is related to the Arabic word layl, “night.” Layla, Leila and Laila are different Latin spellings of the Arabic name ليلى. The name also evokes Layla in Arabic love poetry, a literary association distinct from its etymology.
At a glance
- Usage
- Girl names
- Origin
- Arabic
- First Arabic letter
- ل
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- LAY-la
- Other spellings
- Leila · Laila · Leyla
How to write and say Layla
- In Arabic
- ليلى
- In Latin letters
- Layla
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Layla?
- Its night-related meaning comes with a familiar place in Arabic literature.
- Choose among Layla, Leila and Laila according to family pronunciation and official records.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · ليلى ↗Questions about Layla
What does Layla mean?
Associated with night
How do you write Layla in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are ليلى in Arabic and Layla in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Layla?
Our recorded alternatives are Leila · Laila · Leyla. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Layla pronounced?
Our approximate guide is LAY-la. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does Layla literally mean the famous love story?
No. Its etymology is linked to night; the love-story association comes from literature.