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Leyla name meaning in Islam

Leyla means “Night (Turkish form).” Here is its Arabic spelling, origin, pronunciation, Islamic context, and the details parents should know.

لَيْلَى

Leyla

Night (Turkish form)

Classical Arabicgirlarabic
Pronunciation
Leyla
Arabic
لَيْلَى
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Root
l-y-l
Quranic status
Classical Arabic
The short answer

What does Leyla mean?

Leyla means “Night (Turkish form).” Turkish rendering of Layla.

Is Leyla in the Quran?

This is an established name or word from Muslim naming tradition, but it is not presented here as a name found directly in the Quran.

Is Leyla a good Muslim name?

Yes. Leyla is used as a Muslim girl name and carries the positive meaning “Night (Turkish form).” As with any name, families should consider how it is understood and pronounced in their own language and community.

Common questions
What does the name Leyla mean?+

Leyla means “Night (Turkish form).” Turkish rendering of Layla.

How do you write Leyla in Arabic?+

Leyla is written لَيْلَى in Arabic.

Is Leyla a Quranic name?+

This is an established name or word from Muslim naming tradition, but it is not presented here as a name found directly in the Quran.

Is Leyla a good Muslim baby name?+

Yes. Leyla is used as a Muslim girl name and carries the positive meaning “Night (Turkish form).” As with any name, families should consider how it is understood and pronounced in their own language and community.

Themes
Same root · l-y-l

Names sharing this root.

“You will be called on the Day of Resurrection by your names and the names of your fathers, so make your names beautiful.” (Sunan Abi Dawud 4948).