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At a Glance
- Origin
- American (modern coinage)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- JAY-lah
Jayla is a modern American name, coined outright rather than passed down from an older word — it echoes names like Jaylen and Kayla, and it's pronounced JAY-lah. You may see it explained as meaning "jaybird" or "to be joyful," but that's not well supported; it's better understood as a modern blend than a name with a literal translation. It has an established, familiar feel, having been given to babies for decades.
Meaning & Origin of Jayla
Origin: American (modern coinage).
A common claim: "jaybird" or "to be joyful" Actually: Wiktionary treats Jayla as a modern coined blend echoing Jaylen/Kayla, rather than a name literally meaning "jaybird" or derived from a word for joy.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jayla
JAY-lahIPA /ˈdʒeɪlə/
Popularity of Jayla
Jayla hit its high point in 2006, ranking #99 with 3,410 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had settled to #403, with 785 babies.
Names Like Jayla
These names share Jayla’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Jayla mean?
“jaybird” or “to be joyful” Wiktionary treats Jayla as a modern coined blend echoing Jaylen/Kayla, rather than a name literally meaning “jaybird” or derived from a word for joy.
How do you pronounce Jayla?
Jayla is pronounced JAY-lah (IPA: /ˈdʒeɪlə/).
Is Jayla a popular name right now?
Jayla peaked at #99 in 2006 and is ranked #403 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1968–2024.)
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