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LailanIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Night

Pronunciation: LAY-lahn

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Name
Lailan
Meaning
Night
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
LAY-lahn
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Lailan mean?

Lailan is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Night". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: LAY-lahn. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

لیلان

خوبصورت رات ، محبت بھری رات

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

لَيْلَان

ليلة جميلة و ليلة حب

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

LAY-lahn

IPA

/ˈleɪlɑːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Lailan is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Night. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

SilverMoonlight BluePurple

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and empathetic.

Personality

Personality Traits

PeacefulCalmRestfulS = Strong

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that embodies the peace and tranquility of the night.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Lailan can be perceived as having a rich cultural significance in the Islamic tradition. It signifies the night and evokes the imagery of calmness, serenity, and the beauty of the dark hours. In many Middle Eastern societies, the name Lailan is popular, reflecting the value placed on the night and the importance of peaceful reflection and rest.
Spiritually, the name Lailan holds deep symbolism in Islam. Nights are considered opportunities to connect with the divine through prayer and reflection. The night is believed to be a time of purification and renewal, as Muslims seek forgiveness, guidance, and peace through their nightly rituals. The name Lailan can therefore be seen as a reminder of this spiritual journey and the importance of the night in nurturing one's spiritual growth.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Lailan carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Laila AliLaila Rouass

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Lailan

Beautiful night, love-filled night

🇵🇰Urdu

لیلان

خوبصورت رات ، محبت بھری رات

🇸🇦Arabic

لَيْلَان

ليلة جميلة و ليلة حب

🇮🇳Hindi

लैलान

सुंदर रात, प्रेम भरी रात

🇦🇫Pashto

لیلان

ښایسته شپه، مینه ډکه شپه

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