Holding steady.
Popularity of Quilla since 1902
Babies named Quilla per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Quilla's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 6 | 0 |
| 1910s | 35 | 11 |
| 1920s | 36 | 0 |
| 1930s | 23 | 0 |
| 1940s | 24 | 0 |
| 1950s | 21 | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 | 0 |
| 2020s | 9 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Quilla is a rare name in U.S. records, first appearing in 1902. It saw its peak year in 1902, but has since remained extremely uncommon, with a stable trajectory. The name's origin is uncertain, possibly a diminutive of Quillan or a variant of Kyla. Given its scarcity, it has no top state associations and a 1-in-N popularity estimate that is not calculable due to low frequency. Parents drawn to Quilla may appreciate its soft, melodic sound and unique character.
The name Quilla is rare and of uncertain origin. It may be a feminine form of Quillan, an Irish surname derived from Ó Cuillinn, meaning 'descendant of Cuilleann' (holly). Alternatively, it could be a variant of Kyla or a modern coinage. Its usage in the United States is minimal, with only a few recorded instances.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Qui, Lala
Sibling names for Quilla
Names that share Quilla's style, for a brother or sister.
