Twila Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Twila – Origin: English (modern given name, origin unclear) – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: TWY-luh

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Twila is a modern English given name, though where it first came from isn't clear. You may have heard it explained as connected to ‘twilight’ or described as meaning ‘between two lights,’ but there's no real source behind that — it's just a guess that caught on because it sounds right.

Meaning & Origin of Twila

Origin: English (modern given name, origin unclear).

A common claim: Linked to 'twilight,' sometimes glossed as 'between two lights' Actually: There's no reliable evidence connecting Twila to 'twilight.'

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Twila

Phonetic: TWY-luh   IPA: /ˈtwaɪlə/

Popularity of Twila

Twila reached its highest point in 1934, when it ranked #464 with 195 babies given the name; by 2024 it had fallen to #3942, with just 38.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1890–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Twila mean?

Linked to ‘twilight,’ sometimes glossed as ‘between two lights’ There’s no reliable evidence connecting Twila to ‘twilight.’

How do you pronounce Twila?

Twila is pronounced TWY-luh (IPA: /ˈtwaɪlə/).

Is Twila a popular name right now?

Twila peaked at #464 in 1934 and is ranked #3942 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)

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