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Niayla

nee-AY-lah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage.

2025 rank (girls)
#7,491
Babies named in 2025
14
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 114,805 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2016

Rising since 2016, #7,491 for girls today.

Popularity of Niayla since 1999

Babies named Niayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61117200020102020Most births 2024Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s5
2000s23
2010s30
2020s51

Meaning & origin

Niayla is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999. Its recent rise in popularity is notable: after gradually increasing, the name experienced a surge, reaching its peak rank of 7,491 in 2025 (the year with the most recorded births). Since 2016, its trajectory has been steadily rising, reflecting a broader trend of creative, melodic names. While its exact origins are unclear, Niayla fits a pattern of names formed from popular phonetic elements. It has not yet appeared among the top states, suggesting it remains a relatively rare but growing choice.

Niayla is a modern name, first appearing in U.S. records in 1999. It likely formed from the popular sounds of names like Maya, Nia, and Ayla, combined with a fashionable ending. Its usage has risen steadily since 2016.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nia, Nay

Sibling names for Niayla

Names that share Niayla's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Maya, Ayla, Kaiya, Siena, Zara

Brothers: Kai, Milo, Asher, Levi, Ezra

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Niayla mean?
The meaning of Niayla is uncertain, but it is generally considered a modern invented name.
How popular is the name Niayla?
Niayla has been rising in popularity since 2016. In 2025, it ranked 7,491, with about 1 in every 114,805 baby girls given the name.
Is Niayla a boy or girl name?
Niayla is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.