How to Pronounce Lila
Lila / ⱢEEⱢUH /
The name Lila is a Female name of English origin meaning "Dark-haired beau...". It is pronounced ⱢEEⱢUH.
English Female
Meaning & Origin
Lila is a English name meaning "Dark-haired beau...". Lila has multiple possible origins. It could derive from the Sanskrit word "lila" meaning "play, amusement, sport", or from Germanic names like "Lieselotte" (a diminutive of Elisabeth) or even a short form of Delilah. Its origins are thus diverse and not entirely certain.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic ⱢEEⱢUH
IPA ˈɫiɫə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ⱢEEⱢUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Lila
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Lila?
- Lila is pronounced ⱢEEⱢUH.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Lila?
- The correct pronunciation of Lila is ⱢEEⱢUH (IPA: ˈɫiɫə).
- Is Lila a English name?
- Yes, Lila is a English name meaning "Dark-haired beau...".
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