Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Arabic root 'l-y-l', meaning 'night'. Leila is a beautiful, spiritual name for a baby girl in Islamic culture, often associated with the night journey of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and the peacefulness of the night.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the journey of the soul towards spiritual enlightenment and the peacefulness of the night.
Language details
Leila
Night
لیلاء
شب
ليلى
Night
लीला
रात्रि
لیله
شب
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/ˈliː.lə/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Lapis Lazuli
Cultural & Spiritual notes
This Hebrew name meaning 'rebellious' or 'bitter' became powerful and popular in Christianity after being associated with the name of the mother of Jesus.
Maryam holds a revered place in Islamic and Christian traditions as a model of faith and obedience.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Leila carried significant weight in that era.
Throughout Islamic history
Notable people with this name
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