Keyla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lah / /ˈkeɪ.lə/Spanish; Arabic
Meaning
Spanish: Key; Arabic: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Keyla has roots in both Spanish and Arabic cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is often associated with the word 'key.' In Arabic, it can be linked to the meaning of purity. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the United States, over the past few decades.
Trend Summary
Keyla has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kayla
International Variants
- Keila (Spanish)
- Kaila (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keyla was first seen in the United States in 1961. Keyla has ranked as high as #1000 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Keyla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keyla (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 57 | |
| TX | 52 | |
| NY | 40 | |
| FL | 25 | |
| NJ | 15 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| CT | 8 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| MA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 66 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1991 | 64 |
| 1992 | 93 |
| 1993 | 78 |
| 1994 | 93 |
| 1995 | 103 |
| 1996 | 91 |
| 1997 | 149 |
| 1998 | 150 |
| 1999 | 156 |
| 2000 | 194 |
| 2001 | 206 |
| 2002 | 269 |
| 2003 | 243 |
| 2004 | 266 |
| 2005 | 284 |
| 2006 | 320 |
| 2007 | 327 |
| 2008 | 378 |
| 2009 | 359 |
| 2010 | 420 |
| 2011 | 366 |
| 2012 | 314 |
| 2013 | 334 |
| 2014 | 313 |
| 2015 | 348 |
| 2016 | 428 |
| 2017 | 347 |
| 2018 | 355 |
| 2019 | 357 |
| 2020 | 326 |
| 2021 | 266 |
| 2022 | 310 |
| 2023 | 302 |
| 2024 | 349 |