Rising since 1985, #1,561 for girls today.
Popularity of Rayla since 1955
Babies named Rayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 14 |
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 72 |
| 1990s | 121 |
| 2000s | 217 |
| 2010s | 393 |
| 2020s | 706 |
Meaning & origin
Rayla is a modern feminine given name that entered U.S. records in 1955. While its exact origins are debated, it is most likely a contemporary coinage formed by adding the fashionable -la suffix to the name Ray, itself a diminutive of Raymond or Rachel. The name remained relatively uncommon for decades but has seen a notable rise beginning in the mid-1980s, a trajectory that continues through 2025, when it reached its peak rank of 1,561. This upward trend is especially evident in states like Iowa, Utah, and Michigan, where the name appears most frequently. The name's recent growth aligns with broader naming trends favoring melodic, ending-in-a names for girls.
Rayla first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1950s, gaining modest use. It is likely a modern invention, blending the name Ray (itself a short form of Raymond or Rachel) with the popular -la ending seen in names like Kayla and Layla. There is no evidence of ancient or cross-cultural roots.
Where Rayla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Rayla” around the world
Where Rayla lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray
Sibling names for Rayla
Names that share Rayla's style, for a brother or sister.
