Rising since 1991, #3,211 for girls today.
Popularity of Layal since 1984
Babies named Layal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 60 |
| 2000s | 168 |
| 2010s | 313 |
| 2020s | 258 |
Meaning & origin
Layal is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'nights'. First recorded in U.S. data in 1984, it has been on a steady upward trajectory, rising in rank since 1991 and reaching its peak popularity in 2024. As of 2025, it ranks 3,211 with a name frequency of 1 in 32,801 births, making it a relatively rare but increasingly used choice. The name is especially common in Michigan and California, reflecting communities with Arabic heritage. Its lyrical sound and poetic undertone appeal to parents seeking a name with cultural depth and modern sensibility.
Layal derives from the Arabic word 'layl' meaning 'night', and is often interpreted as a poetic reference to the night or dark beauty. It is a feminine given name used across Arabic-speaking communities, sometimes associated with the concept of 'Layali' (nights) in Arabic poetry. As a name, it gained modest usage in the United States beginning in the mid-1980s.
Where Layal is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Layal” around the world
Where Layal lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
40
babies in 2024
Quebec
10
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lay, Lulu
Sibling names for Layal
Names that share Layal's style, for a brother or sister.
