Kayla Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lah / /ˈkeɪ.lə/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'crown'; Irish: 'slim and fair'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kayla has roots in both Hebrew and Irish cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the meaning of 'crown' or 'laurel', symbolizing victory or honor. In Irish, it is derived from the word 'caol', meaning 'slim' or 'fair'. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Kayla saw a peak in popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaylah
- Kaela
International Variants
- Caela (Irish)
- Kaila (Hawaiian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kayla was first seen in the United States in 1983. Kayla has ranked as high as #1149 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Kentucky, New York, California, District of Columbia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Kayla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kayla (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 47 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |