"Night; dark beauty (elaboration of Layla)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Elayla
Elayla is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Night; dark beauty (elaboration of Layla)." Ranked #26,123 in the US, popular nicknames include Layla, Ella, and Elle.
A distinctive 3-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Elayla first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 16 babies have been named Elayla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elayla is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #26,123 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#26,123
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #26,123
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Layla
Ella
Elle
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Distinctive pick, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Elayla
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elayla
What does the name Elayla mean?
"Night; dark beauty (elaboration of Layla)" (from Arabic)
What is the origin of the name Elayla?
Elayla has Arabic, American, and African American origins. In Arabic, it means "Night; dark beauty (elaboration of Layla)".
Is Elayla a boy or girl name?
Elayla is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Elayla?
Elayla is currently ranked #26123 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Elayla?
Common nicknames for Elayla include Layla, Ella, and Elle.
What are good middle names for Elayla?
Popular middle name pairings include Elayla Rose, Elayla Nicole, Elayla Renee, and Elayla Grace.
What are good sibling names for Elayla?
Names that pair well with Elayla as siblings include Zara, Amara, Jaylen, and Kira.
How many syllables does Elayla have?
Elayla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Elayla a common or rare name?
Elayla is an uncommon name, ranked #26123 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Elayla
Elayla is a girl name with Arabic, American, and African American origins . The name means "Night; dark beauty (elaboration of Layla)" in Arabic .
Elayla is currently ranked #26,123 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Elayla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Elayla include Layla, Ella, and Elle. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Elayla include Elayna, Elaya, Elayne, Elayah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis