English

Lyla

Pronounced LYE-luhShare

Meaning: Variant of Leila or feminine form of Lyle

  • Girl
  • Top 100
  • 2 syllables

The story

Lyla has more than one naming route: it can be a spelling of Leila or a feminine form of Lyle. Its sound is simple, but the intended family tradition determines which origin fits.

Spellings & variants

Popularity

Top 100

One of the 100 most popular names in the US.

Similar position in the latest US rankings

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Origins

Lyla comes from English.

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