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Leili
How to Pronounce Leili
Pronounced LAY-lee /ˈleɪ.li/Medium
Meaning: A Persian spelling of Leila/Layla, from the root for 'night' — the beloved of the classic Persian romance Layla and Majnun. Soft and lyrical.Low
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History & Origin
Leili is a Persian form of Leila/Layla, 'night,' tied to the classic romance Layla and Majnun. It reads soft and lyrical — rare in the U.S. (said 'LAY-lee').
It appears rarely in the U.S., more familiar in Persian communities. Rare, lyrical, and romantic.
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What does the name Leili mean?
Leili is a Persian form of Leila/Layla, from the root for 'night.'
How do you pronounce Leili?
It's said LAY-lee /ˈleɪ.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Leili a boy or girl name?
Leili is a girl's name.
How popular is Leili?
Leili is an extremely rare name in the U.S.