Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Teyla since 2004
Babies named Teyla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 111 |
| 2010s | 161 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Teyla is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2004, coinciding with the debut of the character Teyla Emmagan on the television series Stargate Atlantis. The name saw its highest usage in 2010, but its popularity has been declining since 2009, reflecting a brief peak. As of the latest data, Teyla remains a rare choice, not ranking in the top 1000 names. Its appeal lies in its melodic sound and contemporary feel, similar to names like Kayla or Taylor. Without a long history or traditional roots, Teyla represents a trend of creative, modern naming.
Teyla is a modern invented name, likely created in the early 2000s. It may be a variant of Taylor or a blend of names like Tessa and Kayla. Its rise in use coincides with the character Teyla Emmagan from the television series Stargate Atlantis (2004-2009).
“Teyla” around the world
Where Teyla 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: Tey, Lala
Sibling names for Teyla
Names that share Teyla's style, for a brother or sister.
