Shayla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lah / /ˈʃeɪ.lə/Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'from the fairy palace'; Hebrew: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shayla is often considered a modern name with roots in both Irish and Hebrew cultures. In Irish folklore, names associated with fairies and magical realms are common. The Hebrew meaning connects to themes of gifts and blessings, making it a name with positive connotations. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Shayla has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shaila
- Shaylah
International Variants
- Shayla (English)
Famous people named Shayla
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shayla was first seen in the United States in 1950. Shayla has ranked as high as #505 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Shayla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shayla (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 164 |
| 1972 | 74 |
| 1973 | 68 |
| 1974 | 79 |
| 1975 | 108 |
| 1976 | 178 |
| 1977 | 327 |
| 1978 | 315 |
| 1979 | 302 |
| 1980 | 441 |
| 1981 | 492 |
| 1982 | 506 |
| 1983 | 533 |
| 1984 | 520 |
| 1985 | 556 |
| 1986 | 548 |
| 1987 | 583 |
| 1988 | 676 |
| 1989 | 710 |
| 1990 | 799 |
| 1991 | 851 |
| 1992 | 865 |
| 1993 | 831 |
| 1994 | 811 |
| 1995 | 846 |
| 1996 | 1,054 |
| 1997 | 1,041 |
| 1998 | 993 |
| 1999 | 1,187 |
| 2000 | 1,009 |
| 2001 | 1,052 |
| 2002 | 975 |
| 2003 | 999 |
| 2004 | 919 |
| 2005 | 815 |
| 2006 | 1,004 |
| 2007 | 1,028 |
| 2008 | 964 |
| 2009 | 802 |
| 2010 | 694 |
| 2011 | 577 |
| 2012 | 473 |
| 2013 | 428 |
| 2014 | 375 |
| 2015 | 354 |
| 2016 | 270 |
| 2017 | 242 |
| 2018 | 218 |
| 2019 | 195 |
| 2020 | 197 |
| 2021 | 160 |
| 2022 | 140 |
| 2023 | 130 |
| 2024 | 111 |