Leyla
girl name#611 in 2025Leyla entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #586 in 2020, ranks #611 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1957–2025
#611
rank today
#586
peak (2020)
478
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4879 |
| 1960s | #5223 |
| 1970s | #2675 |
| 1980s | #3599 |
| 1990s | #2841 |
| 2000s | #1107 |
| 2010s | #699 |
| 2020s | #611 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leyla has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Leyla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leyla is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leyla in 2025?
- Leyla ranks #611 among US girl names in 2025, with 478 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leyla most popular?
- Leyla peaked in 2020, reaching #586 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leyla with classmates?
- Leyla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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