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Often called the "Romeo and Juliet of the East," this 7th-century Arabian legend is the most famous story associated with the name.

: A young poet named Qays falls deeply in love with his classmate, Layla. His obsession becomes so public and intense that he is nicknamed Majnun (meaning "possessed" or "madman"). Often called the "Romeo and Juliet of the

The name (or its variations like Layla and Laila ) is central to several epic and modern stories, ranging from ancient Arabian tragedies to contemporary sci-fi and humanitarian narratives. The Classic Epic: Layla and Majnun The name (or its variations like Layla and

: Concerned for their reputation, Layla's family forbids the union and marries her to another man against her will. Often called the "Romeo and Juliet of the

In the young adult fantasy novel Laela and the Moonline by Lisa Perskie Rodriguez, is a revolutionary hero in a world called Aerizon.