Lela Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lela Name at a Glance

Name	Lela
Meaning	Variant of Leila: Dark. Born at night.
Origin	Persian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Lela Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lela means “Variant of Leila: Dark. Born at night”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lela Name Origin

Our database records Lela under Persian origin. Browse more Persian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lela a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lela is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lela

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