Declining since 2022, #1,008 for girls today.
Popularity of Zayla since 1994
Babies named Zayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 451 |
| 2010s | 1,734 |
| 2020s | 1,697 |
Meaning & origin
Zayla is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 1994. It peaked in popularity in 2023 at rank 1,008, though it has since declined slightly. Its sound aligns with contemporary trends favoring names that start with 'Z' and end in 'a', and it is particularly common in states like New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Oregon. As a modern invention, it lacks deep historical roots but appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, melodic name.
Zayla is a modern invented name, first appearing in the United States in the 1990s. It is likely a blend of the popular '-ayla' suffix (as in Kayla, Layla) with the distinctive initial 'Z', reflecting contemporary naming trends that favor unique sounds. There is no known historical or linguistic derivation from other languages.
Where Zayla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zay
Sibling names for Zayla
Names that share Zayla's style, for a brother or sister.
