Rising since 1987, #2,332 for boys today.
Popularity of Layth since 1987
Babies named Layth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 80 |
| 2000s | 197 |
| 2010s | 350 |
| 2020s | 263 |
Meaning & origin
Layth has been in use in the United States since at least 1987, when it first appeared in Social Security records. The name has been consistently rising in popularity, with its peak year in 2024 at rank 2332, reflecting growing interest among American families of Arab heritage and beyond. In 2025, it holds a 1-in-28,950 frequency. Layth is most common in New York, California, and Florida, states with large Arab American communities. As a direct Arabic name meaning 'lion,' Layth connects the bearer to a rich cultural tradition of valor and strength, without invented or debated etymologies. Its simple spelling and strong sound have contributed to its steady climb in a diverse naming landscape.
Layth (ليث) is a direct Arabic masculine given name meaning 'lion.' It is a classic name in the Arab world, appearing in pre-Islamic poetry and later in Islamic history. The name is associated with bravery and nobility, qualities traditionally ascribed to the lion as a symbol of strength.
Where Layth is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Layth” around the world
Where Layth lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Layth
Names that share Layth's style, for a brother or sister.
