Rising since 2012, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Aisla since 2011
Babies named Aisla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 137 |
Meaning & origin
Aisla is a modern variant of the name Isla, which itself draws from the Scottish island of Islay. First recorded in the United States in 2011, Aisla has seen a gradual rise in use, consistent with a broader trend toward short, vowel-initial names ending in 'a'. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2012, though it remains relatively uncommon: in 2025, the name ranked 5,238th, with a 1 in 66,969 likelihood of being chosen for a newborn girl. Its peak year was 2020, indicating a modest surge before a slight decline. The name is most popular in California, reflecting perhaps a preference for melodic, modern-sounding names. While its exact meaning is uncertain, the connection to the Scottish island gives it a geographic and natural appeal, and its phonetic similarity to names like Aila and Aisling adds to its contemporary charm without sacrificing distinctive character.
Aisla is a recent variant of Isla, which itself emerged in the late 20th century as a feminine name. Isla is taken from the name of the Scottish island Islay, pronounced EYE-lə, though the spelling Aisla may have been influenced by similar-sounding names like Aisling. The name has seen use in English-speaking countries since the 2000s.
Where Aisla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Ais
Sibling names for Aisla
Names that share Aisla's style, for a brother or sister.
