Kayla
Girl name · 2,215 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kayla: 2,215 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 234 births in 2011.
Of modern invention, Kayla first appeared in the mid-20th century, likely blending the short form Kay with the popular -la suffix seen in names like Sheila and Michaela. It may also draw from the Gaelic *caol*, meaning "slender." The name gained prominence through American judoka Kayla Harrison, who won Olympic gold in 201
Girl 33 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2011234 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #22616 babies
- Total births
- 2,215since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 42%vs prior 5y