Ayla

Girl's name

Ayla is a Turkish name derived from the word "ay" meaning "moonlight."

Meaning The moon's aura
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 3,236 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Short Celestial Names Starting With A

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ayla Brown - Singer and former American Idol contestant.
  • Ayla Kell - Actress known for TV show "Make It or Break It."
  • Ayla Woodruff - Social media influencer and model.
  • Ayla Tesler-Mabe - Musician in the band Calpurnia.
  • Ayla Holdom - First openly transgender pilot in the UK.
  • Ayla Shatz - Actress known for "The Young and the Restless."
  • Ayla Lusk - TikTok star and content creator.
  • Ayla Jalyn - Singer-songwriter and YouTube personality.
  • Ayla Schwartz - Actress known for "The Prom" on Broadway.

Sisters for Ayla

Girl names closely related to Ayla

Sophie Elle Chloe Maya Rhea Eva Rose Penelope

Brothers for Ayla

Boy names closely related to Ayla

Benjamin Logan Max Leo Luca Aidan Brian Zachary

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ayla

Aylin

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