Girl name
Kaila name meaning
“crown”
Kaila is a feminine name commonly linked to the meaning crown through Hebrew kelilah. This interpretation connects Kaila with Kayla as a spelling variant and with the Yiddish name Kelila. The name has several possible formation histories, making crown one interpretation of its origin.
What does Kaila mean?
Crown
In Indonesian: mahkota
The ending -la occurs in names with varied origins, including Laila, Nabila, and Bella. It has no single meaning of its own; the meaning belongs to each complete name. More girl names ending in -la →
Origin and cultural usage of Kaila
Kaila can be a variant of Kayla, often linked to the Yiddish name Kelila from Hebrew kelilah, 'crown'. The name has several possible formation histories, so this interpretation is not exclusive.
How to pronounce Kaila
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦲꦶꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮄᮜ |
Is Kaila a girl’s name?
Yes, Kaila is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Kaila ranks #2,770 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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FAQ about the name Kaila
What is the meaning of Kaila?
Kaila means crown. Kaila can be a variant of Kayla, often linked to the Yiddish name Kelila from Hebrew kelilah, 'crown'. The name has several possible formation histories, so this interpretation is not exclusive.
Is Kaila a girl’s name?
Yes, Kaila is used mostly as a girl’s name.
How many syllables does Kaila have?
Kaila has 2 syllables (Kai-la) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Kaila?
Kaila ranks #2,770 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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