Kayla

Girl's name

Kayla is a modern name of American origin. It is believed to be a combination of the names Kay and Lea.

Meaning Pure
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 931 Falling
Peak year 1991

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Kayla Itsines - Fitness influencer and creator of BBG program.
  • Kayla Harrison - Olympic judo gold medalist.
  • Kayla Mueller - Humanitarian aid worker and ISIS hostage.
  • Kayla Ewell - Actress known for "The Vampire Diaries."
  • Kayla Braxton - WWE announcer and host.
  • Kayla McBride - Professional basketball player in the WNBA.
  • Kayla Day - Professional tennis player.
  • Kayla Tausche - CNBC news correspondent.
  • Kayla Barron - NASA astronaut.
  • Kayla Woodson - Country music singer and songwriter.

Sisters for Kayla

Girl names closely related to Kayla

Brothers for Kayla

Boy names closely related to Kayla

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Kayla

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