Kayla

The female first name Kayla has its roots in the Irish family name Ó Caollaidhe. Translated into German, this name means "the slender" or "the descendant of Caollaidhe."

What does the name Kayla mean?

Kayla is an Irish first name that originates from the Old Irish family name Ó Caollaidhe. In German, it is interpreted as "the slender" or "the descendant of Caollaidhe." The etymology refers to the Old Irish word cáel or caol, meaning "slender," "narrow," "thin," "tight," "fine," or "delicate." Additionally, Kayla is also a Yiddish variant of the name Kelila, which means "the crown" or "the laurel wreath," and comes from the Old Hebrew kelil (כְּלִיל) for "the crown" and "the wreath." In Australia, the name is interpreted as "the boomerang," derived from the Aboriginal term kiley. Other variants include Kaila, Kailey, Kailee, Kaileah, Kaileigh, and Kaileena.

Where does the name Kayla come from?

Kayla is a female first name with Old Hebrew and Old Irish origins, meaning "the slender."

How do you pronounce Kayla?

The pronunciation of Kayla is dynamic and consists of two syllables. The name is usually pronounced as "Kay-la" [ˈkeɪla], starting with a diphthong that conveys movement. The gentle ending with the open suffix "-a" gives Kayla a modern and vibrant touch - a name with a clear line and fresh appeal.

Popularity

In Germany, Kayla is a highly sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 358th among the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Kayla has been given approximately 1,100 times, placing it 509th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 588th. Worldwide, Kayla shows various placements in the name charts of individual countries. For example, in Germany, Kayla ranked 358th in 2024, and in Austria, it ranked 429th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ayla / Kaly / Kaly-Baly / Kay / Kay-Kay / Kayli / Kayly / Kayo / Kaytscha / Keila / Keilina / Kelchen / Keykey / Koala / Yla

Similar first names

Famous people

• Kayla (singer from Pinas)
• Kayla Blake (American actress)
• Kayla de Souza (soccer player from Canada)
• Kayla Ewell (American actress)
• Kayla Harrison (judoka from the USA)
• Kayla Huntington (character from 'Desperate Housewives')
• Kayla Itsines (fitness influencer)
• Kayla Komito (artist from the USA)
• Kayla Martell (American model)
• Kayla McBride (American basketball player)
• Kayla Montgomery (American long-distance runner)
• Kayla Noelle Ewell (American actress (O.C. California))
• Kayla Parker (American musician)
• Kayla Pedersen (American basketball player)
• Kayla Silverfox (character from the 'X-Men' films)
• Kayla Standish (basketball player from America)
• Kayla Williams (author)