Leila
Leila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Persian spelling origin, meaning “Night; a dark-haired beauty”.
| Meaning | Night; a dark-haired beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian spelling |
| Written as | لیلا |
| Pronunciation | LAY-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia |
Meaning and origin of Leila
Leila is how Persian and French usually spell Layla, the Arabic name linked with night and dark beauty. In Iran, Nizami's famous poem of Leili and Majnun made it a favourite name from literature. Today it is found widely in Iran, across North Africa and in Europe, where the French spelling feels natural. It keeps all the romance of the older Arabic name.
Is Leila a Muslim name?
Leila, the Persian and French way of writing the Arabic Layla, is a common Muslim name.
How popular is Leila?
It is common in Iran, across the Maghreb from Morocco to Tunisia, and in Europe.
Gifts with the name Leila
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Leila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leila mean?
Leila means 'Night; a dark-haired beauty'. It is of Arabic, Persian spelling origin.
Is Leila a Muslim name?
Leila, the Persian and French way of writing the Arabic Layla, is a common Muslim name.
How do you pronounce Leila?
Leila is pronounced LAY-lah.
Is Leila a boy or girl name?
Leila is usually a girl name.