Lyla

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
46,190 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2024 Peak Popularity Year
2,944 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Lyla is an Arabic name meaning 'night' that evolved from 'laila'. Its popularity surged in the early 21st century, making it a modern and elegant choice. The name has variants like Lila and Leila. It is not associated with biblical texts. The name conveys traits of creativity and individuality.

Etymology & Cultural Background

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Pronunciation

/ˈlaɪlə/

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Origin

Arabic

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Etymology

The name Lyla is derived from the Arabic word 'laila', which means 'night'. It is associated with beauty and the mystical qualities of the night.

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Meaning

night

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Language Evolution

Laila, Laila, Lyla

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Historical Usage

The name Lyla gained popularity in the early 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of Laila and other similar names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lila, Leila, Layla

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Lyla is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Lyla McCann - American country singer, Lyla Grace - American actress

📊 Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 2,944 peak births in 2024

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Alternative Spellings & Similar Sounds (8 Variations)

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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 Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 23106th of 23106 5
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 861st of 9107 1,240
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 908th of 9204 1,169
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1605th of 12526 808
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 3671st of 19264 278
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 3926th of 27321 391
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 384th of 35406 13,080
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 120th of 30306 29,078

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)
38.77%
549th/1416
69.83%
963rd/1379
71.26%
1686th/2366
73.47%
839th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
41.01%
634th/1546
85.03%
1323rd/1556
89.04%
2095th/2353
62.83%
972nd/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
63.13%
1406th/2227
- - 54.63%
1516th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - 75.49%
3053rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 70.15%
3139th/4475
80.90%
4202nd/5194
53.11%
3355th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
7.46%
342nd/4582
6.39%
330th/5164
5.85%
428th/7313
5.64%
421st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.61%
104th/3984
2.63%
118th/4487
1.93%
132nd/6822
1.93%
121st/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 Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 861st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 908th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1605th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3671st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3926th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 384th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 120th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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