Baila Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAY-lah / /ˈbeɪ.lə/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to dance'; Yiddish: 'to sing'
Historical & Cultural Background
Baila is derived from the Hebrew word 'bailar', meaning 'to dance'. In Yiddish culture, it is often associated with joy and celebration. The name has been used in various Jewish communities and can reflect cultural traditions surrounding music and dance.
Trend Summary
Baila has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bayla
- Bailah
International Variants
- Baila (Spanish)
- Bailie (Scottish)
Famous people named Baila
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Baila was first seen in the United States in 1955. Baila has ranked as high as #1205 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Baila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Baila (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 95 | |
| NJ | 37 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 78 |
| 2003 | 78 |
| 2004 | 72 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 89 |
| 2009 | 108 |
| 2010 | 98 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 102 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 92 |
| 2015 | 124 |
| 2016 | 118 |
| 2017 | 120 |
| 2018 | 137 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 134 |
| 2021 | 146 |
| 2022 | 132 |
| 2023 | 145 |
| 2024 | 155 |