Girl Name
Layla
"Night, dark beauty"
About the Name Layla
Layla is a mesmerizing Arabic name meaning night, evoking the beauty and mystery of the dark sky. The name is immortalized in the 7th-century Arabic love story of Layla and Majnun, often called the Romeo and Juliet of the East. Eric Clapton's iconic song 'Layla' brought the name to Western audiences. It carries romance, mystery, and timeless allure.
Name Details
Origin
Arabic
Syllables
2
Popularity Score
84/100
Meaning Category
beautiful
Famous People Named Layla
- ● Layla Ali
- ● Layla (from Clapton's song)