Kayla

Q: What is the origin of Kayla?

Kayla is of Modern English origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kayla a girl name?

Kayla is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Laurel; Crown"

Modern given name with multiple proposed sources, sometimes linked to Hebrew Kayla or to the laurel idea.

Themes:modernamericanfemininepopular

Biblical Royal Regal

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kayla

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#336Top 500

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Kayla did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kayla Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kayla.

10 ideas

kayl

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kayy

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kaylay

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kie

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kkie

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ayla

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Baby Name Lists That Include Kayla

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kayla mean?

Kayla means "Laurel; Crown". Modern given name with multiple proposed sources, sometimes linked to Hebrew Kayla or to the laurel idea.

What is the origin of Kayla?

Kayla is of Modern English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kayla?

According to the latest SSA data, Kayla is currently ranked #336 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kayla a girl name?

Kayla is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kayla?

Popular nicknames for Kayla include kayl, ka, ky, ko, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kayla?

There are many names similar to Kayla in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginModern English, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#336

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Kaden Rylan Brayden Jaxton Krew

Sisters

Elowyn Everleigh Raelynn Aspyn Hadlee

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