Twila Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTWI-lah / /ˈtwaɪ.lə/English; Native American
Meaning
English: twilight; Native American: a type of flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Twila is often associated with the English word for twilight, symbolizing the time of day when light begins to fade. In some Native American cultures, it is linked to the beauty of nature, particularly flowers. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s. It reflects a trend of using nature-inspired names during that period.
Trend Summary
Twila experienced a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Twyla
International Variants
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Famous people named Twila
Twila Paris is a contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter known for her inspirational songs.
Twila Tharp is a renowned American dancer and choreographer recognized for her contributions to modern dance.
Fictional characters named Twila
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Twila was first seen in the United States in 1890. Twila has ranked as high as #851 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Twila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Twila (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 13 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1898 | 18 |
| 1899 | 18 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 14 |
| 1903 | 18 |
| 1904 | 17 |
| 1905 | 27 |
| 1906 | 17 |
| 1907 | 21 |
| 1908 | 22 |
| 1909 | 21 |
| 1910 | 18 |
| 1911 | 17 |
| 1912 | 44 |
| 1913 | 42 |
| 1914 | 64 |
| 1915 | 106 |
| 1916 | 89 |
| 1917 | 110 |
| 1918 | 117 |
| 1919 | 108 |
| 1920 | 135 |
| 1921 | 135 |
| 1922 | 149 |
| 1923 | 164 |
| 1924 | 160 |
| 1925 | 142 |
| 1926 | 183 |
| 1927 | 188 |
| 1928 | 182 |
| 1929 | 146 |
| 1930 | 166 |
| 1931 | 184 |
| 1932 | 165 |
| 1933 | 189 |
| 1934 | 195 |
| 1935 | 164 |
| 1936 | 170 |
| 1937 | 149 |
| 1938 | 173 |
| 1939 | 143 |
| 1940 | 146 |
| 1941 | 143 |
| 1942 | 144 |
| 1943 | 122 |
| 1944 | 125 |
| 1945 | 129 |
| 1946 | 159 |
| 1947 | 160 |
| 1948 | 170 |
| 1949 | 167 |
| 1950 | 149 |
| 1951 | 177 |
| 1952 | 173 |
| 1953 | 196 |
| 1954 | 178 |
| 1955 | 205 |
| 1956 | 211 |
| 1957 | 213 |
| 1958 | 283 |
| 1959 | 241 |
| 1960 | 304 |
| 1961 | 252 |
| 1962 | 226 |
| 1963 | 229 |
| 1964 | 210 |
| 1965 | 163 |
| 1966 | 157 |
| 1967 | 137 |
| 1968 | 139 |
| 1969 | 132 |
| 1970 | 147 |
| 1971 | 124 |
| 1972 | 108 |
| 1973 | 95 |
| 1974 | 101 |
| 1975 | 107 |
| 1976 | 78 |
| 1977 | 81 |
| 1978 | 68 |
| 1979 | 72 |
| 1980 | 71 |
| 1981 | 53 |
| 1982 | 47 |
| 1983 | 60 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 38 |