Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Laila.
National Rank (2025)
#413
All-Time Peak Rank
#135 (2009)
Total U.S. Births
43,484
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Laila Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Laila
According to SSA data, Laila achieved its highest historical rank of #135 in 2009. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2008 with 2,414 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 60.0%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 75 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Laila scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-60.0% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,414Births in 2008
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
75Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:7
1890s:10
1900s:17
1910s:175
1920s:177
1930s:107
1940s:89
1950s:136
1960s:220
1970s:474
1980s:694
1990s:1,098
2000s:14,446
2010s:19,659
2020s:6,175
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesLa-ia
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with L, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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