Leyla
Turkish/Arabic
Meaning
Night; the heroine of the great love epic Leyla and Mecnun
About the name
The beloved heroine of the classical Ottoman love story Leyla and Mecnun — a Turkish retelling of the Arabic Layla and Majnun. A name synonymous with longing and beauty.
Themes
Questions
What does Leyla mean?
Leyla means Night; the heroine of the great love epic Leyla and Mecnun. It's a name of Turkish/Arabic origin.
Where does the name Leyla come from?
Leyla comes from Turkish/Arabic. It's associated with these themes: Turkish.
Is Leyla a boy or girl cat name?
Leyla is traditionally a female name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Leyla a good name for a cat?
Leyla is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Turkish. It means "Night; the heroine of the great love epic Leyla and Mecnun." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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