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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for independent films
