Night; night beauty
Lailie is a variant of the Arabic name Layla, which translates to 'night' or 'dark beauty.' It is often associated with the romantic and tragic Arabic legend of Qays and Layla, symbolizing deep devotion. This specific spelling is a rare, modern diminutive form that adds a playful, diminutive quality to the ancient root.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).