Kayla: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A keeper of the keys, bright and lively.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #217
- Peak
- #11 in 1995
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Kayla Means
Kayla is a girl name of English origin. A keeper of the keys, bright and lively.
How Popular Kayla Is
Kayla currently ranks #217 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #11 in 1995. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Kayla
- Kayla reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #11 in 1995.
- Kayla has been a top 100 name across 128+ years of American history.
- Kayla is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
Names Like Kayla
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Sibling Names for Kayla
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Questions About Kayla
What does Kayla mean?
Kayla is a girl name of English origin. A keeper of the keys, bright and lively.
How popular is Kayla?
Kayla currently ranks #217 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #11 in 1995. It has held steady.
Where does Kayla come from?
Kayla comes from English roots. Kayla reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #11 in 1995.
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