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Layla

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Meaning

(Born at) night, rapture, elation, dark beauty. A well-known character in Arabic literature i.e. the beloved of Majnoon.

Pronunciation

Pronounced: LAY-la

Variations

Leila, Laila

About this name

Layla is a girl name of Arabic origin. It feels modern, smooth and easy to use in everyday life.

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