Ayala

At a Glance

Meaning

Doe or gazelle (Hebrew); alternatively a Basque surname referring to the Aiara valley in Álava

Origin

Hebrew; also Basque (surname from the Aiara valley)

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

ah-yah-LAHListen

Ayala carries two distinct backgrounds: in Hebrew it means doe or gazelle, while it's also a Basque surname tied to the Aiara valley in Álava. That gives parents two different threads to draw from when deciding what the name means to them. Social Security data shows it's been given to babies in the US in every year from 1974 to 2024, though always in small numbers.

Meaning & Origin of Ayala

Meaning: Doe or gazelle (Hebrew); alternatively a Basque surname referring to the Aiara valley in Álava.

Origin: Hebrew; also Basque (surname from the Aiara valley).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Ayala

Popularity of Ayala

Ayala hit its high point in 2023, ranking #2420 with 74 babies given the name, then slipped to #3168 in 2024 with 50 babies — a name that has stayed rare rather than trending upward.

Names Like Ayala

These names have followed a similar path to Ayala in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Astra
• Elohim
• Elikai
• Honest
• Alorah
• Huzaifa

FAQ

What does the name Ayala mean?

Doe or gazelle (Hebrew); alternatively a Basque surname referring to the Aiara valley in Álava. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Ayala?

Ayala is pronounced ah-yah-LAH (IPA: /aɪˈɑːlə/).

Is Ayala a popular name right now?

Ayala peaked at #2420 in 2023 and is ranked #3168 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1974–2024.)

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