Rising since 1991, #3,130 for girls today.
Popularity of Bayla since 1940
Babies named Bayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 264 |
| 2010s | 484 |
| 2020s | 216 |
Meaning & origin
Bayla, a Yiddish feminine name meaning 'beautiful', has seen a steady rise in usage since 1991, reflecting a broader trend of revival of traditional Jewish names. In 2025, it ranked 3,130 in the United States, given to 1 in every 31,515 baby girls. Its peak popularity occurred in 2014, and it was first recorded in the Social Security data in 1940. The name is particularly favored in states like Illinois, New York, and Texas, where Jewish communities are concentrated. With its soft sound and meaningful heritage, Bayla offers a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking a name with cultural depth.
Bayla is a Yiddish feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Bilhah, but more commonly used as a variant of Bella, meaning 'beautiful' in Italian and Latin. In Yiddish, it is also associated with the word 'beyle' meaning 'beautiful' or 'sweet'. The name has been used among Ashkenazi Jewish communities for centuries, often as a diminutive of longer names like Batsheva or Shifra.
Where Bayla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Bayla
Names that share Bayla's style, for a brother or sister.
