Leila

Pronunciation: [ l-EEL-uh ]

Boy Name #29,285 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Leila is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EEL-uh.

Parents who love the name Leila often also consider Lena, Leona, Lela .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #29,285
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Lei Ley Leiie

Also a Girl Name

Leila is also used as a girl name, ranked #267.

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Similar Names

Lena Leona Lela Leila Lenora Lelia Lettie Leah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leila

Is Leila a boy or girl name?

Leila is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #29285. As a girl name, it is ranked #267. Leila is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Leila?

Leila is pronounced l-EEL-uh.

How popular is the name Leila?

Leila is currently ranked #29285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Leila?

Common nicknames for Leila include Lei, Ley, and Leiie.

Is Leila a common or rare name?

Leila is an uncommon name, ranked #29285 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Leila

Leila is a boy name .

Is Leila a boy or girl name? Leila is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #29,285 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #267. Leila is more commonly used as a girl name.

Leila is currently ranked #29,285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Leila include Lei, Ley, and Leiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.