Leilah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-lah / /ˈleɪ.lə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: night; Hebrew: delicate
Historical & Cultural Background
Leilah is derived from the Arabic word for 'night', often associated with beauty and tranquility. In Hebrew, it signifies delicacy and is sometimes linked to the concept of light in darkness. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of meanings and significance.
Trend Summary
Leilah has seen a moderate rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leila
- Laila
- Layla
International Variants
- Leila (Arabic)
- Laila (Arabic)
- Leyla (Turkish)
- Lejla (Bosnian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leilah was first seen in the United States in 1898. Leilah has ranked as high as #1101 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Leilah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leilah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 30 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| FL | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 85 |
| 2005 | 99 |
| 2006 | 125 |
| 2007 | 160 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 216 |
| 2010 | 251 |
| 2011 | 215 |
| 2012 | 189 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2014 | 211 |
| 2015 | 196 |
| 2016 | 176 |
| 2017 | 205 |
| 2018 | 198 |
| 2019 | 167 |
| 2020 | 160 |
| 2021 | 162 |
| 2022 | 194 |
| 2023 | 157 |
| 2024 | 115 |