"Layla" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ˈleɪlə/ Forms: Laylas [plural]
Rhymes: -eɪlə Etymology: One of many alternative spellings of a name transliterated from Arabic; see Leila for more information. Since the late 20th century, in English, this given name in this spelling is sometimes bestowed solely because it is considered euphonious, a theme true of many given names; Wikipedia at given name § Popularity discusses name choice motivations. Etymology templates: {{glossary|alternative form|alternative spellings}} alternative spellings Head templates: {{en-proper noun|s}} Layla (plural Laylas)
  1. A female given name from Arabic, variant of Leila.
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