Layla
boy nameLayla entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #7502 in 2011, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
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rank today
#7502
peak (2011)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9509 |
| 2010s | #9771 |
| 2020s | #9804 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Layla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Layla 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 Layla in 2025?
- Layla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Layla most popular?
- Layla peaked in 2011, reaching #7502 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Layla with classmates?
- Layla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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