Lyla
Lyla is a beautiful feminine name with multiple origins. It can be traced to Arabic origins meaning ’night’ or ‘dark beauty’, and it’s also connected to the Hebrew name Delilah, meaning ‘delicate’ or ’night beauty’. The name has gained popularity in recent years as parents seek melodic, romantic-sounding names with multicultural appeal.
Lyla Meaning
Night, dark beauty
Historical Significance
While Lyla has ancient origins in Middle Eastern cultures, it has gained significant popularity in Western countries during the 21st century. The name’s rise coincides with the trend toward shorter, melodic names and the increasing appreciation for names with multicultural origins.
Fun Fact
The name Lyla shares its meaning with other names meaning ’night’ or ‘darkness’ in various cultures, including Layla and Luna, showing how different cultures have similar naming inspirations.
Literature Reference
While Lyla itself isn’t frequently found in classical literature, its variant Layla is famous from the ancient Arabic love story ‘Layla and Majnun’, which inspired Eric Clapton’s song ‘Layla’.
Music Reference
The song ‘Lyla’ by Oasis (2005) brought attention to the name in popular culture. The track reached number one in the UK Singles Chart.
Famous Namesakes
- Lyla Rose Lovelace: Social Media Influencer, known for Child fashion and lifestyle content creator
Similar Names
Layla, Lila, Lily, Luna, Leila
Lyla Nicknames
Ly, Lyl, La
Related Names
Sibling Names
Aria, Luna, Maya, Nova, Isla, Sophia, Atlas, Kai, Leo, Milo, Noah, Oliver