Laith
Laith is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ليث |
| Pronunciation | LAYTH |
| Arabic root | ل ي ث (l-y-th) — lion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Laith
Laith (layth) is one of the many Arabic words for lion, carrying the sense of courage and strength. It has been a given name since pre-Islamic times; the famous Egyptian jurist and hadith scholar al-Layth ibn Saʿd, a contemporary of Imam Malik, bore it. It is very popular today in Iraq, Jordan and Palestine.
Is Laith a Muslim name?
Yes. Laith is a classical Arabic name used by Muslims since early times, including by the great scholar al-Layth ibn Saʿd.
Where is the name Laith used?
Popular across the Arab world, especially in Iraq, Jordan and Palestine.
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Spellings and variants of Laith
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Laith mean?
Laith means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Laith a Muslim name?
Yes. Laith is a classical Arabic name used by Muslims since early times, including by the great scholar al-Layth ibn Saʿd.
How do you write Laith in Arabic?
Laith is written ليث in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Laith?
Laith is pronounced LAYTH.