Popularity: 3629
Origin: Swahili
Meaning: Black beauty
Lela is a girl’s name of Swahili origin. With a meaning like “black beauty,” it’s no wonder that Lela gives off an aura of sophistication and loveliness. The sweet melodic sound of this name combined with Lela’s captivating translation is enough to turn heads, ensuring that baby will always be the center of attention. Furthermore, devoted fans of the 1877 Anna Sewell novel Black Beauty will fall head over heels for a baby name that evokes images of this classic tale.