Declining since 2000, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Jala since 1973
Babies named Jala per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 519 |
| 2000s | 1,084 |
| 2010s | 326 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Jala is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'water' or 'clarity.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 but has never been widely used. Its peak popularity came in 2001, when it ranked 10,917th and had an incidence of 1 in 200,908 births. Since the early 2000s, its usage has been declining. The name's simplicity and connection to a fundamental element give it a serene, natural appeal, though it remains uncommon.
Jala is derived from the Sanskrit word जल (jala), meaning 'water' or 'liquid.' In Hindu philosophy, water is associated with clarity and life. The name has been used in India and among the global Sanskrit-influenced diaspora, though it remains relatively rare in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jali
Sibling names for Jala
Names that share Jala's style, for a brother or sister.
