Night, or dark beauty
Liala is a variant of the Arabic name Layla, which literally translates to 'night'. It historically refers to the 'dark beauty' of the night or someone born during the nighttime. While less common than Leila or Layla, this spelling offers a melodic, vowel-heavy alternative.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Liala in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
