Holding steady.
Popularity of Soyla since 1936
Babies named Soyla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 44 |
| 1960s | 41 |
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Soyla first entered U.S. records in 1936, but its usage crested in 1960, its peak year. Since then it has remained stable and uncommon, never ranking among the top 1000 names. The name likely derives from the Spanish title 'Nuestra Señora de la Soledad' (Our Lady of Solitude), making it a religiously inspired choice. Because it has not seen widespread use, no state or region has recorded a significant concentration of Soylas. Parents who choose Soyla today may be honoring family heritage or seeking a distinctive yet culturally grounded name.
Soyla is most likely a variant of Soledad, a Spanish name referring to the Virgin Mary as Nuestra Señora de la Soledad (Our Lady of Solitude). It may also be a variant of Soila, a name of uncertain origin. The name has seen modest use in the United States since the 1930s, with a peak in the 1960s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Soyla
Names that share Soyla's style, for a brother or sister.
