Leyla: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced LAY-luh · 2 syllables
Inherited from Ottoman Turkish (Leyla), from Arabic (layla).
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- LAY-luh
- US rank (2025)
- #611
- US babies a year
- about 675 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Leyla?
Leyla was the #611 name in the US in 2025, given to 478 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #611 |
| England & Wales | #419 |
| Scotland | #429 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Ireland | #471 |
| France | #272 |
| Norway | #314 |
| Canada | #534 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Leyla?
Half of US adults named Leyla are older than 22; most are between 18 and 52. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Leyla
How do you pronounce Leyla?
Leyla is pronounced LAY-luh.
How popular is the name Leyla?
Leyla was the #611 name in the US in 2025, given to 478 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Leyla?
Half of US adults named Leyla are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 52.