Night beauty or dark-haired
Laela is a variant of the Arabic name Layla, which literally translates to 'night'. It is often used to describe a woman with hair as dark as the night or a 'night beauty'. The name gained legendary status in the Middle East through the tragic romance of Qays and Layla.
About 22 girls were named Laela in 2025.
American actress known for independent films
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
