Seylah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAY-lah / /ˈseɪ.lə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
rock (Hebrew); variation of Selah (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Seylah is derived from 'Selah,' a term found in the Psalms, often interpreted as a musical or liturgical pause. In English, it is used as a modern variation, reflecting contemporary naming trends that draw from biblical roots.
Trend Summary
Seylah has seen a rise in usage as a modern name with biblical roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Selah
- Sela
International Variants
- Selah (Hebrew)
- Sela (Spanish)
Famous people named Seylah
Seylah B. — author.
Fictional characters named Seylah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seylah was first seen in the United States in 2009. Seylah has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Seylah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Seylah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 37 |