Zayla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-lah / /ˈzeɪlə/Arabic; Hebrew; English
Meaning
Arabic: flower; Hebrew: to be exalted; English: variation of Zaila
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zayla is associated with beauty and nature, often linked to floral imagery. In Hebrew, the name suggests a sense of elevation or exaltation. In English, it is seen as a modern variation of similar names, gaining popularity in contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
The name Zayla has seen a rise in usage as a modern and unique choice.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zaila
- Zaylah
International Variants
- Zaila (Spanish)
- Zayla (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zayla was first seen in the United States in 1994. Zayla has ranked as high as #1032 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Zayla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zayla (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 29 | |
| TX | 24 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| SC | 9 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| IA | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| CO | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 38 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 85 |
| 2010 | 104 |
| 2011 | 128 |
| 2012 | 144 |
| 2013 | 151 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2015 | 171 |
| 2016 | 189 |
| 2017 | 208 |
| 2018 | 223 |
| 2019 | 215 |
| 2020 | 208 |
| 2021 | 289 |
| 2022 | 338 |
| 2023 | 350 |
| 2024 | 260 |