What Does the Name Layla Mean
The name Layla comes from Arabic roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Layla below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Layla Name Meaning
Arabic, EnglishMeans "night" in Arabic. This was the name of the object of romantic poems written by the 7th-century poet known as Qays. The story of Qays and Layla became a popular romance in medieval Arabia and...
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