Leyli is a feminine given name used in Armenian, Azerbaijani, Persian, and Turkmen, functioning as a variant of Leyla, which in turn derives from Leila and ultimately from the Arabic root Layla, meaning "night." The name is deeply intertwined with the classic romance of Layla and Majnun, an ancient Arab tale of chaste love between the poet Qays (known as Majnun, "the madman") and his beloved Layla. The story was famously retold by the 12th-century Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi in his epic poem Layla and Majnun, which remains a cornerstone of Persian literature and has inspired countless adaptations across the Islamic world. In the South Caucasus, the Azerbaijani poet Fuzuli (16th century) composed a celebrated version of the tale in the Azerbaijani language, titling it Leyli and Majnun. This version cemented the spelling Leyli within Azerbaijani, Persian, and nearby cultures, including Turkmen and Armenian. The name thus carries powerful literary and romantic connotations, symbolizing enduring love and poetic passion. Across these regions, Leyli remains a relatively common yet culturally resonant choice, favored for its melodic sound and connection to a timeless narrative. Meaning: "night" Origin: Arabic (root Layla), via Persian and Azerbaijani Type: Variant of Leyla / Leila Usage regions: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkmenistan