Liyla
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Liyla first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 154 babies have been named Liyla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Liyla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,512 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,512
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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Greek bryonia origin
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Hebrew origin
"son of the right hand"
#10,313 in US
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About the Name Liyla
Liyla is a girl name .
Liyla is currently ranked #10,512 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Liyla include Liy, Liie, and Liykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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