Layth
Meaninglion · Arabic
- US rank
- #2,332
- Syllables
- 1
- Peak
- #2,313 in 2024
59 babies were named Layth in the US in 2025. It has climbed 1,012 places in five years.
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US births per million boys, 1987–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
Did you know?
A few things about Layth you might not know, from US birth records. Handy for convincing a partner, or a grandparent.
- How commonAbout 1 in every 28,986 baby boys born in the US in 2025 was named Layth, 59 babies in all. In a typical school of 500 kids, your Layth would very likely be the only one.
- HistoryLayth first shows up in US birth records in 1987, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 38 years since.
- Best yearIts best year was 2024, when it reached #2,313.
- Then vs nowLayth is 5.2× more common today than it was in 2000. In 2000 it was given to about 1 in 151,515 baby boys; in 2025, about 1 in 28,986.
- TrendLayth has climbed 1,012 places in the US rankings over the last five years and now sits at #2,332. Fast risers like this often keep climbing, so expect to hear it more.
- MeaningIn Arabic, Layth means “lion”.
About the name Layth
Layth is a boy name of English origin meaning “lion”. It has 5 letters and 1 syllable, starting with L and ending in “-yth”. US birth records list Layth for boys from 1987 to 2025, in 37 of those 39 years. Its best year was 2024, when it ranked #2,313 among boy names. In 2025 it ranked #2,332, with 59 babies.
Origin:English names
| Decade | Babies per million | About 1 in |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 1.9 | 526,316 boys |
| 1990s | 4.1 | 242,131 boys |
| 2000s | 9.9 | 101,317 boys |
| 2010s | 19 | 53,505 boys |
| 2020s | 25 | 39,396 boys |
Other spellings of Layth
More English boy names
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Henry · ruler of the home
- Unisex name: James · supplanter
- Boy name: William · resolute protector
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Boy name: Jack · God is gracious
- Unisex name: Hudson · son of Hudde
- Unisex name: Julian · of the Julius family
Questions about the name Layth
What does the name Layth mean?
Layth means “lion” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Layth?
Layth has English roots in our records. Other English names include Oliver, Henry, James.
Is Layth a boy or girl name?
Layth is a boy name.
How popular is the name Layth?
Layth ranked #2,332 for US boys in 2025, given to 59 babies. Its best year was 2024 (#2,313).