Laela

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Laela Pronunciation

Laela is pronounced LAY-lah /ˈleɪ.lɑ/High

Meaning: Variant spelling of Layla/Leila — Arabic layl, 'night' — the dark-haired beauty of legendMedium

In 30 seconds: Night in a softer script: Laela spells the beloved Layla — 'night', the dark beauty Qays loved to madness. Romantic, lyrical, and freshly lettered.

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Origin MediumArabic, American

MeaningVariant spelling of Layla/Leila — Arabic layl, 'night' — the dark-haired beauty of legend

U.S. rank (2024)#3845 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births39 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,662

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Laela is a variant spelling of Layla/Leila — from Arabic layl, 'night', the heroine of the Layla-and-Majnun romance that enchanted Persian and Arab poetry. As Layla boomed, gentler spellings like Laela followed.

It registers thinly among the Layla spellings. Rare, night at the root, and romantic.

Did you know? The Layla of legend drove her poet-lover to be called Majnun — 'the madman' — and Eric Clapton's anthem carried her name into rock history; Laela is her quieter spelling.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Layla — root etymology

Variations

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Nicknames

Lae

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If you like Laela…

Layla— the most popular sister spelling

Leila— the Persian-styled form

Laila— a fellow variant of the same night-name

Lyla— the streamlined modern cousin

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Laela?

Laela is pronounced LAY-lah (/ˈleɪ.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Laela said aloud.

How do you say Laela?

Laela is said LAY-lah (/ˈleɪ.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Laela said aloud.

What does the name Laela mean?

Laela is a spelling of Layla, Arabic for 'night'.

Is Laela a boy or girl name?

Laela is a girl's name.

How popular is Laela?

Laela is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Layla is far more common.