Girl
Leila
night, dark beauty
About Leila
Romance and mystery intertwine in this captivating choice that has enchanted parents across cultures for generations. The lyrical quality evokes images of starlit nights and ancient stories, bringing a touch of the exotic to everyday life. This name flows like silk, with each sound melting seamlessly into the next, creating a harmonious whole that delights the ear. The timeless appeal spans continents and centuries, yet it never feels dated or overly traditional. Its multicultural presence means it's recognized and appreciated in diverse communities, making it an excellent choice for globally-minded families. The name's gentle strength allows it to suit various personalities, from artistic and dreamy to practical and grounded. Variations in spelling offer flexibility, though each version maintains the core beauty and essence. The two-syllable structure keeps it concise while the vowel-rich composition ensures it remains soft and feminine. Parents drawn to this choice often value grace, elegance, and a connection to heritage and storytelling traditions. It ages beautifully, working equally well for a toddler and a successful professional.
Popularity of the Name Leila
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #165 | ||||
| 1881 | #173 | ||||
| 1882 | #173 | ||||
| 1883 | #177 | ||||
| 1884 | #174 | ||||
| 1885 | #167 | ||||
| 1886 | #188 | ||||
| 1887 | #188 | ||||
| 1888 | #171 | ||||
| 1889 | #205 | ||||
| 1890 | #192 | ||||
| 1891 | #179 | ||||
| 1892 | #189 | ||||
| 1893 | #195 | ||||
| 1894 | #215 | ||||
| 1895 | #228 | ||||
| 1896 | #228 | ||||
| 1897 | #217 | ||||
| 1898 | #231 | ||||
| 1899 | #236 | ||||
| 1900 | #239 | ||||
| 1901 | #240 | ||||
| 1902 | #264 | #150 | |||
| 1903 | #262 | #131 | |||
| 1904 | #260 | #143 | |||
| 1905 | #264 | ||||
| 1906 | #260 | #157 | |||
| 1907 | #262 | ||||
| 1908 | #288 | #131 | |||
| 1909 | #296 | #151 | |||
| 1910 | #304 | ||||
| 1911 | #332 | #153 | |||
| 1912 | #325 | #189 | |||
| 1913 | #312 | #161 | |||
| 1914 | #327 | #142 | |||
| 1915 | #307 | #135 | |||
| 1916 | #316 | #198 | |||
| 1917 | #333 | ||||
| 1918 | #338 | #150 | |||
| 1919 | #323 | ||||
| 1920 | #323 | #132 | |||
| 1921 | #356 | ||||
| 1922 | #342 | ||||
| 1923 | #363 | #174 | |||
| 1924 | #359 | #180 | |||
| 1925 | #367 | ||||
| 1926 | #387 | ||||
| 1927 | #393 | #204 | |||
| 1928 | #405 | ||||
| 1929 | #396 | #177 | |||
| 1930 | #387 | #198 | |||
| 1931 | #384 | ||||
| 1932 | #366 | ||||
| 1933 | #373 | ||||
| 1934 | #423 | ||||
| 1935 | #418 | ||||
| 1936 | #473 | ||||
| 1937 | #419 | ||||
| 1938 | #483 | ||||
| 1939 | #504 | ||||
| 1940 | #514 | ||||
| 1941 | #482 | ||||
| 1942 | #522 | ||||
| 1943 | #525 | ||||
| 1944 | #515 | ||||
| 1945 | #552 | ||||
| 1946 | #616 | ||||
| 1947 | #630 | ||||
| 1948 | #669 | ||||
| 1949 | #616 | ||||
| 1950 | #656 | ||||
| 1951 | #704 | ||||
| 1952 | #702 | ||||
| 1953 | #681 | ||||
| 1954 | #659 | ||||
| 1955 | #710 | ||||
| 1956 | #711 | ||||
| 1957 | #749 | ||||
| 1958 | #802 | ||||
| 1959 | #730 | ||||
| 1960 | #780 | ||||
| 1961 | #753 | ||||
| 1962 | #756 | ||||
| 1963 | #793 | ||||
| 1964 | #826 | ||||
| 1965 | #860 | ||||
| 1966 | #746 | ||||
| 1967 | #851 | ||||
| 1969 | #908 | ||||
| 1970 | #972 | ||||
| 1971 | #844 | ||||
| 1972 | #899 | ||||
| 1973 | #881 | ||||
| 1974 | #849 | ||||
| 1975 | #852 | ||||
| 1976 | #854 | ||||
| 1977 | #786 | ||||
| 1978 | #806 | ||||
| 1979 | #807 | ||||
| 1980 | #847 | ||||
| 1981 | #736 | #586 | |||
| 1982 | #775 | ||||
| 1983 | #759 | ||||
| 1984 | #783 | #576 | |||
| 1985 | #770 | #496 | |||
| 1986 | #795 | ||||
| 1987 | #815 | ||||
| 1988 | #828 | ||||
| 1989 | #908 | ||||
| 1990 | #996 | ||||
| 1991 | #952 | #515 | |||
| 1992 | #972 | #493 | #593 | ||
| 1993 | #949 | #489 | #536 | ||
| 1994 | #996 | #534 | |||
| 1995 | #877 | #506 | |||
| 1997 | #935 | #421 | #467 | #425 | |
| 1998 | #735 | #350 | #446 | ||
| 1999 | #734 | #293 | #422 | ||
| 2000 | #595 | #312 | #364 | #366 | |
| 2001 | #492 | #296 | #327 | #473 | #425 |
| 2002 | #451 | #286 | #277 | #364 | #402 |
| 2003 | #345 | #273 | #261 | #473 | #331 |
| 2004 | #355 | #242 | #415 | #395 | #289 |
| 2005 | #308 | #223 | #305 | #312 | #282 |
| 2006 | #285 | #205 | #237 | #338 | #250 |
| 2007 | #251 | #215 | #246 | #300 | #244 |
| 2008 | #226 | #176 | #330 | #267 | #215 |
| 2009 | #240 | #163 | #198 | #280 | #209 |
| 2010 | #205 | #140 | #142 | #228 | #158 |
| 2011 | #231 | #143 | #152 | #169 | #181 |
| 2012 | #234 | #140 | #215 | #217 | #193 |
| 2013 | #215 | #151 | #156 | #300 | #191 |
| 2014 | #243 | #178 | #366 | #202 | #199 |
| 2015 | #248 | #183 | #259 | #337 | #215 |
| 2016 | #229 | #200 | #212 | #265 | #176 |
| 2017 | #220 | #201 | #202 | #266 | #197 |
| 2018 | #239 | #225 | #141 | #223 | #176 |
| 2019 | #225 | #222 | #205 | #255 | #203 |
| 2020 | #205 | #204 | #142 | #195 | #253 |
| 2021 | #214 | #238 | #141 | #291 | #230 |
| 2022 | #246 | #240 | #129 | #208 | #231 |
| 2023 | #240 | #258 | #167 | #327 | #230 |
| 2024 | #267 | #257 | #228 | #333 | #232 |
| 2025 | #259 | #265 | #167 | #343 | #237 |
| 1996 | #521 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Leila
Names Similar to Leila
Nicknames for Leila
- Lee
- Lila
- Lei
- Leilie
Famous People Named Leila
| Leila Khaled | Palestinian activist |
| Leila Hatami | Iranian actress |
| Leila McKinnon | Australian television presenter |
| Leila Aboulela | Sudanese author |
| Leila Mekki | Tunisian athlete |
| Leila Djamila | Algerian feminist activist |
| Leila Alaoui | Moroccan photographer |
| Leila Pahlavi | Iranian princess |
| Leila Slimani | Moroccan-French author |
| Leila Khaleda Zia | Bangladeshi politician |
| Leila Shahid | Palestinian diplomat |
| Leila Lopes | Cape Verdean model |
| Leila Negra | German singer |
| Leila Forouhar | Iranian singer |
| Leila Dufour | French actress |
| Leila Hyams | American actress |
| Leila Sabet | Iranian journalist |
| Leila Mourad | Egyptian singer and actress |
Characters Named Leila
| Leila Bennani | from the TV series "Elite" |
| Leila Williams | from the film "Blade Runner 2049" |
| Leila Morgan | from the book series "Vampire Academy" |
| Leila Kalomi | from the TV series "Star Trek - The Original Series" |
| Leila Adele | from the video game "Assassin's Creed - Unity" |
| Leila Santiago | from the TV series "Star Trek - Discovery" |
| Leila Robot | from the animated film "Big Hero 6" |
| Leila Miller | from the comic book series "X-Men" |
| Leila Roy | from the book "Proof of Forever" by Lexa Hillyer |
| Leila Buchanan | from the book series "Gone" by Michael Grant |
| Leila Davis | from the TV series "Killing Eve" |
| Leila Herrera | from the film "American Ultra" |
| Leila Rouass | from the TV series "Primeval" |