Girl name
Kayla name meaning
“crown, according to one derivation”
Kayla is a feminine name linked in one uncertain derivation to Hebrew kelilah, meaning crown. It has several origins and is often treated as a form of the Yiddish name Kaila. The crown meaning follows the proposed connection between Kaila and the Hebrew word kelilah.
What does Kayla mean?
Crown, according to one derivation
In Indonesian: mahkota, menurut salah satu derivasi
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 Kayla
Kayla has several origins and is often treated as a form of Yiddish Kaila. One explanation connects Kaila with Hebrew kelilah, 'crown', although this connection is uncertain.
How to pronounce Kayla
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦲꦶꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮄᮜ |
Is Kayla a girl’s name?
Yes, Kayla is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Kayla ranks #2,685 among girl names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Kayla
Famous people named Kayla
- Kayla Alisya Adiutomo · b. 2010
- Kayla Arsya Medina
FAQ about the name Kayla
What is the meaning of Kayla?
Kayla means crown, according to one derivation. Kayla has several origins and is often treated as a form of Yiddish Kaila. One explanation connects Kaila with Hebrew kelilah, 'crown', although this connection is uncertain.
Is Kayla a girl’s name?
Yes, Kayla is used mostly as a girl’s name.
How many syllables does Kayla have?
Kayla has 2 syllables (Kay-la) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Kayla?
Kayla ranks #2,685 among girl names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Kayla?
Notable people named Kayla include Kayla Alisya Adiutomo, Kayla Arsya Medina.
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