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Iyla

Girl name · 22 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Iyla: 22 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2012.

Iyla is a modern Scottish variant of Isla, which itself comes from the name of the Hebridean island of Islay, likely derived from an Old Gaelic word for “island.” The spelling Iyla gives a fresh twist to this increasingly popular name, often chosen for its soft, melodic sound. The name is shared with the British singer-songwriter Iyla, known for her soulful pop tracks. While no direct place bears the name, the island of Islay in the Inner Hebrides shares the same etymological root, making it a subtle nod to Scottish geography. Iyla is also occasionally used as a variant of the Hebrew name Ayla, meaning “oak tree,” though the Scottish connection remains the most common for English speakers.