Girl name
Layla name meaning
“night”
Layla means “night.” It is a Latin-script spelling of the Arabic name Laylā, associated with layl, the Arabic word for night. In Türkiye, it is a feminine given name. Its literary associations include Layla in the story of Layla and Majnun; Laila is another spelling.
What does Layla mean?
Night
In Turkish: gece
Laila shares its origin with Turkish Leyla. The image of night underlies its literary associations with darkness and nocturnal beauty. The story of Layla and Majnun is the most prominent cultural connection of this name family. Different Latin spellings generally reflect transcription choices for the same Arabic name.
Origin of the name Layla
Laila and Layla are alternative Latin-script spellings of Arabic Laylā. The name is connected with layl, the Arabic word for ‘night’.
How to pronounce Layla
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /lajla/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | ليلى |
Is Layla a girl’s name?
Yes, Layla is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Layla does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
The same name in other spellings (e.g. Ahmet and Ahmed):
Names that sound like Layla
FAQ about the name Layla
What is the meaning of Layla?
Layla means “night”. Laila and Layla are alternative Latin-script spellings of Arabic Laylā. The name is connected with layl, the Arabic word for ‘night’.
Is Layla a girl’s name?
Yes, Layla is used mostly as a girl’s name.
Is Layla in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Layla nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Layla?
Layla is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Layla have?
Layla has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Layla?
Layla does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
What are other spellings of Layla?
Other spellings: Laila.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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