Leylah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Leylah originates from Arabic, meaning 'night'. It has evolved through forms such as Laylah and Leila. It is often associated with beauty and mystery, with no biblical relevance. Leylah gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently viewed as a modern and elegant name.
The name Leylah is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Leylah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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 stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Leylah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6110th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3084th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leylah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leylah"
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Leylah is derived from the Arabic word 'laylah' which means 'night'. It is associated with the beauty and mystery of the night.
Meaning
night
Language Evolution
Laylah, Laila, Leila
Historical Usage
Leylah gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Western countries, influenced by the romantic connotations of the night and its use in various literary works.
Variants & Derivatives
Leila, Laila, Layla, Leyla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leylah is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and mystique.
Famous People
Leylah Fernandez - Canadian professional tennis player, Leylah Ali - Prominent figure in literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leylah"
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 of "Leylah"
"Leylah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6110th of 35406 | 317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3084th of 30306 | 639 |
Regional Popularity of "Leylah" by Generation for 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 of "Leylah" by Generation for Female 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) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
54.70% 4000th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
76.96% 3453rd/4487 |
35.33% 2410th/6822 |
33.72% 2116th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leylah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leylah" 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.