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Leighla

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Pronounced LAY-lah /ˈleɪ.lə/Medium

Meaning: A stylized spelling of Layla/Leila — from Arabic, 'night; dark beauty'Low

In 30 seconds: Night; dark beauty: Leighla spells Layla. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'LAY-lah').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningA stylized spelling of Layla/Leila — from Arabic, 'night; dark beauty'

U.S. rank (2024)#7410 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births15 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 884

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Leighla is a stylized spelling of Layla/Leila — from Arabic, 'night; dark beauty' (the beloved of the classic romance Layla and Majnun). A lyrical, modern name (said 'LAY-lah').

In the U.S. it appears as a stylized spelling. Rare in this form, night-and-dark-beauty at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Layla means 'night; dark beauty' in Arabic (the beloved of the classic romance Layla and Majnun) — Leighla is a stylized spelling, lyrical and modern (said 'LAY-lah').

Overall data confidence 44%

References — Layla — Arabic etymology

Variations

LaylaLeilaLaila

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leighla mean?

Leighla spells Layla/Leila — Arabic 'night; dark beauty'.

How do you pronounce Leighla?

It's said LAY-lah /ˈleɪ.lə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Leighla a boy or girl name?

Leighla is a girl's name.

How popular is Leighla?

Leighla is a very rare spelling in the U.S.