Declining since 2022, #3,517 for girls today.
Popularity of Aayla since 2005
Babies named Aayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 367 |
| 2020s | 378 |
Meaning & origin
Aayla is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005. It reached its peak rank of 3,517th in 2022, with approximately 1 in 37,378 newborns receiving the name that year. Since 2022, its usage has been falling. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting a trend of inventive, melodious names in the South. Aayla likely draws from the popular A- prefix and the -ayla suffix seen in names like Kayla and Layla, though it has no traditional etymology. Its appeal lies in its soft, feminine sound and contemporary feel.
Aayla first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, likely a modern invented name blending the popular A- prefix with the fashionable -ayla ending. It may be inspired by similar-sounding names like Kayla or Layla, but no traditional derivation has been established.
Where Aayla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Aayla
Names that share Aayla's style, for a brother or sister.
