Rising since 1997, #525 for girls today.
Popularity of Iyla since 1929
Babies named Iyla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 158 |
| 2010s | 1,209 |
| 2020s | 2,666 |
Meaning & origin
Iyla is a modern name that has been climbing in use since the late 1990s. First recorded in 1929, it remained rare for decades but began a notable rise around 1997. In 2025, it ranked 525th for girls, with approximately 1 in 2,810 newborns given the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating ongoing growth. Iyla is most popular in Maine, New Mexico, and Nevada, reflecting its appeal across diverse regions. The name's attractive sound and similarity to fashionable names like Isla and Ayla contribute to its steady ascent.
Iyla is a modern respelling that draws on existing names Isla (Scottish, meaning 'island') and Ayla (Turkish, meaning 'moonlight'). It emerged in the United States in the early 20th century and has gained popularity in recent decades. The name's rise reflects a trend toward phonetic, vowel-rich spellings of traditional names.
Where Iyla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Iyla” around the world
Where Iyla lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Iy, Ily
Sibling names for Iyla
Names that share Iyla's style, for a brother or sister.
