Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Chayla since 1976
Babies named Chayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 138 |
| 1990s | 313 |
| 2000s | 328 |
| 2010s | 113 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Chayla is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1976. It has never reached top 1000 status, with its peak usage occurring in 2003. Despite its low historical rank, the name has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, suggesting a modest resurgence. Chayla follows the popular phonetic pattern of names ending in the -la sound, common in late 20th-century coinages. Its top states are not recorded, indicating broad but sparse use across the country. The name offers a contemporary feel without heavy historical baggage, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice.
Chayla is a recent coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 1976. It likely arose as a variant of Shayla or Kayla, blending trendy phonetic elements. The name carries no established historical or linguistic derivation beyond its modern formation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chay, Lala
Sibling names for Chayla
Names that share Chayla's style, for a brother or sister.
