Layleigh

“Variant of Laila; meaning 'night'”

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11748US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

30All-time births

📅 Since 200800

What does Layleigh mean and where does it come from?

Layleigh is a modern invented name that combines 'Lay' and 'Leigh.' It rose in popularity in the late 20th century in the USA. The name bears semblance to Laila, an Arabic name meaning 'night', evoking serene and beautiful imagery. Layleigh is often regarded as a trendy choice among modern parents l

Cultural significance

Layleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of laila; meaning 'night'.

Peak popularity

Reached #12798 in 2015 — currently #11748 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Layleigh?

Layleigh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Layleigh Grace

How popular is Layleigh right now?

Falling — down 894 spots — currently #11748 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#11748 · Top 8.7%

2015

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11748	8	▼ down 894 · -11% births
2022	#10854	9	▲ up 3648 · +50% births
2020	#14502	6	▼ down 1704 · -25% births
2015	#12798	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Layleigh

Best Year2022Rank #10854

Peak Count9

Average Rank#12476

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Layleigh

Layleigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 30 total births recorded, Layleigh remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12798 in 2015 to #11748 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Layleigh in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Layleigh by decade

Layleigh peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	19
2020s	6

💎Layleigh has only 30 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Layleigh?

Common

LayLaAyleigh

What names sound and feel like Layleigh?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Layleigh also consider these

English · A modern variant

Halleigh

USA · Heroine

Dayleigh

American · A modern invented

Kayleigh

Ireland · Irish

Nayleigh

American · Derived from 'na'

Tayleigh

American · A modern spelling

Common questions about the name Layleigh

What does the name Layleigh mean?

Layleigh means "Variant of Laila; meaning 'night'" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Layleigh?

Layleigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Layleigh have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Layleigh?

Layleigh originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Layleigh trending right now?

Layleigh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Layleigh a common or rare name?

Layleigh is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.