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Laila

LAY-luh

Laila (name) means a female given name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Leila, traditionally meaning "night". Example: “Laila was named after her great-grandmother.”

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A female given name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Leila, traditionally meaning "night".
"Laila was named after her great-grandmother."

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Etymology

A variant of Leila and Layla, from Arabic لَيْلَى (laylā), related to layla ("night").

Origin: Arabic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Laila” mean?

The word “Laila” means a female given name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Leila, traditionally meaning "night".

How do you pronounce “Laila”?

“Laila” is pronounced LAY-luh (/ˈleɪlə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Laila” in a sentence?

Here is “Laila” used in a sentence: “Laila was named after her great-grandmother.”

What part of speech is “Laila”?

“Laila” is a name.

Where does the word “Laila” come from?

The word “Laila” comes from Arabic. A variant of Leila and Layla, from Arabic لَيْلَى (laylā), related to layla ("night").

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