Layal
Layal is a Muslim girl name meaning “Nights”.
| Meaning | Nights |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ليال |
| Pronunciation | la-YAAL |
| Arabic root | ل ي ل (l-y-l) — night |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Layal
Layāl is a plural of layl, 'night', and as a name it evokes long, peaceful nights. It is a popular girls' name in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. It comes from the same root as Layla, and the Quran uses the related form layālin.
Is Layal a Muslim name?
Yes. Layal is an Arabic name and is used by many Muslim families, particularly in the Levant.
Is Layal in the Quran?
The related plural appears in 'And by ten nights (wa layālin ʿashr)' (Quran 89:2).
Where is the name Layal used?
Most common in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Palestine.
Gifts with the name Layal
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Layal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Layal mean?
Layal means 'Nights'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Layal a Muslim name?
Yes. Layal is an Arabic name and is used by many Muslim families, particularly in the Levant.
How do you write Layal in Arabic?
Layal is written ليال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Layal?
Layal is pronounced la-YAAL.
Is Layal mentioned in the Quran?
The related plural appears in 'And by ten nights (wa layālin ʿashr)' (Quran 89:2).