Lila Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Lila

2 syllables

♀ Female ◎ Arabic / Sanskrit / Persian ◈ 2 syllables

"Night, play, beauty"

From Arabic / Sanskrit / Persian

Lila has several beautiful origins. It may be a variant of Leila, from Arabic meaning night, or from Sanskrit lila, meaning divine play or cosmic play. The name is short, lyrical, and international, carrying associations of mystery, beauty, creativity, and spiritual joy.

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Lila at a glance

MeaningNight, play, beauty

OriginArabic / Sanskrit / Persian

GenderFemale

Syllables2

NumerologyLife Path 7

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Origin & history of Lila

Arabic / Sanskrit / Persian roots

Root name

The root form of Lila is Layla / Lila — meaning Night, play, beauty.

Modern usage

Lila remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.

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Popularity of Lila

2Syllables

7Life path

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Numerology of Lila

Life path number

The Seeker

Wisdom, introspection and spiritual depth.

🔍Deeply curious

📚Knowledgeable

🌙Introspective

🦋Independent

Sum: 16 → Life path 7

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Personality of Lila

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Curious & intellectual

Always questioning, always learning.

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Deep thinker

Surface answers don't satisfy them.

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Reflective & wise

They think before they speak. Worth hearing.

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Beautifully independent

Their solitude is purposeful, not lonely.

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Name combinations with Lila

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