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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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

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Brothers for Ayla

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Name Variants

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