Kayla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lah / /ˈkeɪ.lə/Hebrew; Irish; English
Meaning
Hebrew: crown of laurels; Irish: slender; English: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kayla has multiple origins, with Hebrew roots meaning 'crown of laurels.' It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with a modern, youthful image, contributing to its appeal. Kayla has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting a blend of influences.
Trend Summary
Kayla experienced significant popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaela
- Kaylah
International Variants
- Caela (Irish)
- Kaila (Hawaiian)
- Keila (Spanish)
Famous people named Kayla
Kayla Harrison is an American judoka and mixed martial artist, known for winning Olympic gold medals.
Kayla Itsines is an Australian personal trainer and entrepreneur, recognized for her fitness programs.
Kayla McBride is an American professional basketball player, known for her achievements in the WNBA.
Kayla Ewell is an American actress, known for her role in the television series 'The Vampire Diaries.'.
Fictional characters named Kayla
Kayla is a character in the television series 'The Young and the Restless,' known for her complex relationships.
Kayla is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' serving as a student in Ms. Frizzle's class.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kayla was first seen in the United States in 1933. Kayla has ranked as high as #36 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. 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 (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 174 | |
TX | 96 | |
NY | 80 | |
FL | 72 | |
NJ | 51 | |
PA | 35 | |
IL | 35 | |
MA | 32 | |
OH | 31 | |
MD | 29 | |
IN | 22 | |
VA | 20 | |
GA | 19 | |
NC | 19 | |
WI | 15 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1933 | 6 |
1935 | 5 |
1937 | 6 |
1938 | 9 |
1939 | 9 |
1940 | 6 |
1941 | 11 |
1942 | 13 |
1943 | 12 |
1944 | 15 |
1945 | 11 |
1946 | 23 |
1947 | 16 |
1948 | 30 |
1949 | 24 |
1950 | 37 |
1951 | 51 |
1952 | 47 |
1953 | 49 |
1954 | 60 |
1955 | 67 |
1956 | 69 |
1957 | 101 |
1958 | 103 |
1959 | 116 |
1960 | 130 |
1961 | 116 |
1962 | 166 |
1963 | 156 |
1964 | 163 |
1965 | 147 |
1966 | 144 |
1967 | 135 |
1968 | 139 |
1969 | 192 |
1970 | 158 |
1971 | 168 |
1972 | 182 |
1973 | 149 |
1974 | 180 |
1975 | 185 |
1976 | 202 |
1977 | 226 |
1978 | 237 |
1979 | 256 |
1980 | 314 |
1981 | 317 |
1982 | 2,276 |
1983 | 3,527 |
1984 | 2,681 |
1985 | 2,608 |
1986 | 4,657 |
1987 | 10,579 |
1988 | 13,432 |
1989 | 14,904 |
1990 | 17,538 |
1991 | 18,545 |
1992 | 16,517 |
1993 | 15,452 |
1994 | 15,885 |
1995 | 16,087 |
1996 | 15,269 |
1997 | 13,885 |
1998 | 13,422 |
1999 | 13,292 |
2000 | 13,313 |
2001 | 11,892 |
2002 | 11,310 |
2003 | 10,957 |
2004 | 9,773 |
2005 | 8,620 |
2006 | 8,226 |
2007 | 7,583 |
2008 | 6,835 |
2009 | 5,847 |
2010 | 5,060 |
2011 | 4,336 |
2012 | 3,776 |
2013 | 3,260 |
2014 | 3,012 |
2015 | 2,740 |
2016 | 2,470 |
2017 | 2,127 |
2018 | 1,890 |
2019 | 1,612 |
2020 | 1,339 |
2021 | 1,216 |
2022 | 1,132 |
2023 | 952 |
2024 | 931 |