girl name
Leila
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#259 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Leila in the US, 1880–2025
Leila first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2010, when 1,509 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,193.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leila a boy or a girl name?
Leila is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Leila?
In 2025, Leila ranked #259 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Leila most popular?
Leila was most popular in 2010, when about 1,509 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.