Kayla
Kayla is a modern American name that emerged in the 1950s, likely derived from the Irish name Kayley or as a variation of Michaela. It can also be traced to Hebrew origins meaning 'crown' or 'laurel.'
Current Popularity
#336 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Very easy to spell and pronounce
- •Popular in the 1990s and 2000s, giving it a millennial generation feel
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Cayla, Kaylah, Kaila)
- •Works well across many cultures and languages
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Kayla Harrison
Olympic judoka and mixed martial artist
Kayla Ewell
Actress known for 'The Vampire Diaries'
Kayla Itsines
Fitness entrepreneur and personal trainer
Kayla McBride
Professional basketball player
Statistics
345,723
Total births since 1880
1991
Peak year
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