NAME PROFILE
Leila
Leila is an Arabic and Persian name meaning 'night,' representing beauty, mystery, and elegance. It evokes a sense of sophistication and depth, often associated with poetic imagery and romanticism.
Key Stats
| Total births | 55,447 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2010 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%CA — 21%FL — 20%GA — 20%TX — 18%
Notable People
Leila Khaled (Palestinian militant and political figure) · Leila Lopes (Angolan model, Miss Universe 2011) · Leila Aboulela (Sudanese author) · Leila Ali (American boxer and television personality) · Leila Fadel (American journalist)
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