Rising since 2015, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Seyla since 2000
Babies named Seyla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 37 |
Meaning & origin
Seyla is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 2000. It has shown a steady rise in usage since 2015, reaching its peak rank of 10,917 in the most recent year of data, 2025. With approximately 1 in 200,908 babies receiving the name, it remains a highly distinctive choice. Seyla is almost exclusively given to girls. The name's exact origin is unclear; it may be a respelling of the Hebrew name Sela or a fashionable modern creation following the pattern of names like Kayla and Layla. Its simple, melodic sound appeals to parents seeking a familiar yet uncommon name.
Seyla is a name that began appearing in U.S. records around 2000. It may be a respelling of 'Sela' (Hebrew for rock) or a creative combination influenced by names like Kayla or Layla. Its use remains rare and primarily contemporary.
“Seyla” around the world
Where Seyla lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Seyla
Names that share Seyla's style, for a brother or sister.
