"night, dark beauty"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Lylah
Girl Name
#545 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
A romantic name meaning 'night' with poetic Arabic roots
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Meaning & Origin
"night, twilight"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Lylah
Lylah is a modern creative spelling of Layla or Lilah. Layla comes from the Arabic 'layla' meaning 'night' and is deeply embedded in Arabic poetry and Islamic tradition. Lilah has Hebrew roots meaning 'night' or possibly 'lilac'. The name gained legendary status through the Arabic love poem of Qays and Layla, a tale of impossible love analogous to Romeo and Juliet in the Arab world.
Layla and its variants have been rising sharply in English-speaking countries since the 2000s. Eric Clapton's iconic 1970 rock song 'Layla' introduced the name to Western ears, and the variant spellings including Lyla and Lylah have been gaining ground as parents seek romantic, soft names with musical associations.
In Arabic and Persian literary tradition, Layla and Majnun (the Arabic Romeo and Juliet) is one of the greatest love stories ever told, written in the 7th century CE. The name carries centuries of poetry and romance. In English culture, the Clapton song transformed it into a symbol of passionate, unrequited love.
Fun Facts
- The Arabic love poem 'Layla and Majnun' dates to the 7th century CE and inspired poets across the Islamic world
- Eric Clapton wrote 'Layla' in 1970 about his love for Pattie Boyd, who was George Harrison's wife
- The name Layla entered the UK top 10 in the 2010s, reflecting broader Arabic name trends
Lylah in Other Languages
Urdu
لیلیٰ
Arabic
ليلى
Hebrew
לֵילָה
Persian
لیلا
Turkish
Leyla
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #545
- Total SSA Count
- 555
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic English American Persian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Lily
Lyla
Pairs Well With
Lylah Rose
Lylah Grace
Lylah Mae
Lylah Violet
Lylah June
Lylah Claire
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lylah
What does the name Lylah mean?
"night, dark beauty" (from Arabic). "night, twilight" (from Hebrew). Lylah is a modern creative spelling of Layla or Lilah. Layla comes from the Arabic 'layla' meaning 'night' and is deeply embedded in Arabic poetry and Islamic tradition. Lilah has Hebrew roots meaning 'night' or possibly 'lilac'. The name gained legendary status through the Arabic love poem of Qays and Layla, a tale of impossible love analogous to Romeo and Juliet in the Arab world.
What is the origin of the name Lylah?
Lylah has Arabic, Hebrew, English, American, and Persian origins. In Arabic, it means "night, dark beauty". In Hebrew, it means "night, twilight".
Is Lylah a boy or girl name?
Lylah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Lylah?
Lylah is currently ranked #545 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lylah?
Common nicknames for Lylah include Lily and Lyla.
What are good middle names for Lylah?
Popular middle name pairings include Lylah Rose, Lylah Grace, Lylah Mae, Lylah Violet, Lylah June, and Lylah Claire.
What are good sibling names for Lylah?
Names that pair well with Lylah as siblings include Isla, Aria, Milo, Theo, Ivy, and Jasper.
How many syllables does Lylah have?
Lylah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lylah a common or rare name?
Lylah is moderately common, ranked #545 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Lylah
Lylah is a girl name with Arabic, English, American, and Persian origins . The name means "night, dark beauty" in Arabic .
Lylah is currently ranked #545 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Lylah has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lylah include Lily and Lyla. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lylah include Lyla . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.