Girl
Lyla
LY-luh
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✦ Meaning
“Modern spelling variation of Lila/Leila, possibly from Arabic 'layl' meaning 'night,' representing contemporary trends while honoring traditional roots.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #83 in the United States.
Origin
ArabicModern
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Ly
Style
ModernMinimalPlayfulSoft
Famous Bearers
- Lyla (fictional character)
- Lyla Garrity (Friday Night Lights)
Collections
Cross-Cultural Notes
Arabic/Modern origin; works across multiple cultures
People Also Ask
Modern spelling variation of Lila/Leila, possibly from Arabic 'layl' meaning 'night,' representing contemporary trends while honoring traditional roots.
Lyla is currently ranked #83 in the United States. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Popular nicknames for Lyla include Ly.
Names that pair beautifully with Lyla include Lena, Lina, Lily, Iris.