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Layla

Night · pronounced LAY-luh

Meaning

Layla is a arabic name meaning “Night”.

History

From the Arabic for night, made legendary by the seventh-century love story of Qays and Layla. Derek and the Dominos' song Layla carried the romance into modern pop culture.

Popularity

Ranked #30 in 2026 · up 570 places since 1996

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