Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laila is an Arabic name meaning 'night', derived from the word 'layl'. It has evolved through various forms including Layla and Leila. The name is often associated with beauty and romance in literature. It has biblical relevance. Laila has gained popularity in diverse cultures and is currently viewed as an elegant and exotic name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈlaɪlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Laila is derived from the Arabic word 'layl', which means 'night'. It is often associated with the beauty and mystery of the night.
Meaning
night
Language Evolution
Laila, Layla, Leila
Historical Usage
The name Laila gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia, largely due to its romantic associations in poetry and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Layla, Leila, Lailah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Laila is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with elegance and allure.
Famous People
Laila Ali - American professional boxer and television personality, Laila Rouass - British actress, Laila Abid - Pakistani-American artist
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,413 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17717th of 24088 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1911th of 9107 | 343 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2802nd of 9204 | 187 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3046th of 12526 | 280 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2098th of 19264 | 647 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1676th of 27321 | 1,313 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 240th of 35406 | 21,555 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 201st of 30306 | 18,371 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.94% 877th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
76.34% 1855th/2430 |
- |
70.27% 1950th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
73.24% 2151st/2937 |
45.54% 1586th/3483 |
83.12% 2924th/3518 |
40.38% 1633rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.36% 1819th/3685 |
32.09% 1436th/4475 |
34.17% 1775th/5194 |
23.25% 1469th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.59% 256th/4582 |
4.14% 214th/5164 |
2.73% 200th/7313 |
4.49% 335th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.57% 222nd/3984 |
4.23% 190th/4487 |
2.46% 168th/6822 |
4.65% 292nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17717th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1911th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2802nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2098th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1676th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 240th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 201st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.