Laila
boy nameLaila entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #9709 in 2012, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
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rank today
#9709
peak (2012)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11220 |
| 2010s | #10923 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Laila are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Laila alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Laila in 2025?
- Laila is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Laila most popular?
- Laila peaked in 2012, reaching #9709 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Laila with classmates?
- Laila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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