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Layla

Girl name · 2,398 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Layla: 2,398 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 190 births in 2014.

Layla is a name of Arabic origin, meaning "night" or "dark beauty," and it shares roots with the Hebrew name Lila, which carries a similar meaning. The name gained widespread recognition through the classic 1970 Eric Clapton song "Layla," inspired by a 12th-century Persian love story about Layla and Majnun. One of the most famous bearers is the American civil rights activist and singer Layla El, better known as the professional wrestler Layla. The name also appears in the title of the 1970 Derek and the Dominos album *Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs*, which has become a cultural touchstone. A notable variant is Leila, which is more common in Persian and Arabic contexts, while Layla has become a popular choice in Scotland since the 1990s.

Girl 45 of 52 years

Peak year
2014190 babies
Latest (2025)
#4391 babies
Total births
2,398since 1974
5-year trend
▼ 27%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2014 · 190
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).