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Lila

female

Meaning

"Night; Play"

Used in multiple traditions with distinct etymologies, it is valued for brevity and phonological simplicity.

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Popularity History of Lila

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#207Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#207

Lila was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+6

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Lila Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Lila.

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Lil
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Baby Name Lists That Include Lila

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Quick Facts

OriginArabic, Sanskrit
Syllables2
Length4 letters

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