Layla

Meaning & origin

The female first name Layla originates from Arabic and means "night" or "darkness". In Arabic mythology, Layla is the goddess of the night and represents beauty, mystery, and seduction. The name is also widespread in Persian and Turkish culture and has a similar meaning there. In the Western world, the name became known through the famous love poem "Layla and Majnun" by the Persian poet Nizami.

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