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Laila Name Meaning

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  • Meaning:Born at night, Dark beauty, Sweetheart, Laila means Night
  • Gender:Girl
  • Numerology:8
  • Syllables:2
  • Religion:muslim
  • Origin:Nordic

More About The Name Laila

The name Laila has multiple meanings and origins. It is derived from the Arabic name Layla, which means "night" or "dark beauty." It is a popular name in various cultures, including Arabic, Persian, Pakistani, and Indian.

In Arabic literature, Layla is famously known as the beloved of Qays, a central figure in the classic Arabic love story of Layla and Majnun. This tragic tale depicts a love so intense that it drives Majnun (meaning "madman") to live in the desert and become consumed with love for Layla. The name Laila has since become associated with love, beauty, and unrequited longing.

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