Declining since 2013, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Lailee since 2005
Babies named Lailee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Lailee is a modern respelling of the classic Arabic name Layla, which means 'night'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2005 and reached its peak popularity in 2014, though it has never been a common name. The trajectory shows a falling trend since 2013, with usage declining steadily. As of 2025, Lailee ranks 14,942nd, and only about 1 in 321,453 newborns are given this name. The spelling variation likely arose from a desire for uniqueness, similar to other Layla variants like Laila and Leila. Despite its rarity, Lailee offers a soft, melodic sound and connects to the rich heritage of its root name.
Lailee is a modern respelling of Layla, a name of Arabic origin meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty'. The name Layla has been used across the Islamic world for centuries and became popular in the West through literature and music. Lailee follows a trend of creative spelling variations that emerged in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Lai
Sibling names for Lailee
Names that share Lailee's style, for a brother or sister.
