Leila
Female name · ★ Classic
20,346
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#240
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Leila
Leila is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 20,346 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,832 births |
| 1890s | 1,820 births |
| 1900s | 1,525 births |
| 1910s | 1,479 births |
| 1920s | 1,400 births |
| 1930s | 1,053 births |
| 1940s | 743 births |
| 1950s | 692 births |
| 1960s | 577 births |
| 1970s | 638 births |
| 1980s | 804 births |
| 1990s | 822 births |
| 2000s | 3,497 births |
| 2010s | 2,502 births |
| 2020s | 962 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Leila?
Leila has been given to 20,346 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 569 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #240.
Is Leila a boy or girl name?
Leila is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Leila most popular?
Leila was most popular in 2008, when 569 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Leila?
Leila first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).