Leila
girl name#259 in 2025Leila entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #163 in 1880, ranks #259 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#259
rank today
#163
peak (1880)
1,193
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #177 |
| 1890s | #210 |
| 1900s | #263 |
| 1910s | #321 |
| 1920s | #369 |
| 1930s | #422 |
| 1940s | #564 |
| 1950s | #710 |
| 1960s | #828 |
| 1970s | #853 |
| 1980s | #800 |
| 1990s | #917 |
| 2000s | #355 |
| 2010s | #229 |
| 2020s | #238 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leila has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 42,000 people named Leila are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leila alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leila in 2025?
- Leila ranks #259 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,193 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leila most popular?
- Leila peaked in 1880, reaching #163 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leila with classmates?
- Leila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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