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Name Origin

Layla is an Arabic name meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty'. It originates from the Semitic root 'layl' meaning night.

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Famous People

Layla Moran (1982-)

Politician

  • Member of Parliament for Oxford West and Abingdon
  • Spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats on Foreign Affairs
  • Advocate for human rights and social justice

Layla Khadj (1986-)

Scientist

  • Research Scientist at the European Space Agency
  • Expertise in planetary science and astrobiology
  • Contributions to missions studying Mars and asteroids