Leela

LEE-lah'LEE-lah'2 syllables
🇮🇳Sanskrit
Playful

MEANING

PlayDivine play

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'लीला' (Līlā), meaning 'play' or 'amusement'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The concept of Lila in Hindu philosophy refers to the cosmic play of the divine.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in ancient texts to describe the playful nature of divine beings.

🇸🇦Arabic
Melodic

MEANING

Night

ORIGIN

Middle Eastern

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Arabic word 'ليلة' (layla), meaning 'night'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries, often associated with beauty and mystery.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, it has been a popular name in Arabic literature and poetry.

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