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Lila Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "lila" is "playful, night", and is used often for "girls".

Name
lila
Meaning
playful, night
Pronunciation
lee-lah
Used for
girls
Syllables
2

Lila Name Details

The name Lila originated from the Sanskrit word 'līlā', which means 'play', 'game', or 'the act of sportive play'. In Hindu mythology, Lila is associated with the divine play of Lord Krishna. It is also considered as a short form of Lilian and Delilah in some cultures. The name Lila gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century and has been commonly used as a feminine given name ever since.

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