Aila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Aila is a name of Finnish origin that means 'bringer of light' or 'moonlight'. It has evolved from various historical forms and is associated with positive traits. There is no significant biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Finland and among English speakers. It has variants like Ayla and is perceived as charming and modern.

The name Aila is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aila has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2748th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1072nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aila"

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Pronunciation

/ˈaɪlə/

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Origin

Finnish

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Etymology

The name Aila is derived from the Finnish word for 'bringer of light' or 'radiance'. It is often associated with the meaning 'moonlight' in various cultures.

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Meaning

bringer of light, radiance, moonlight

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Language Evolution

Aila (modern Finnish), Aila (Old Finnish), Ayla (Turkish), Aila (Scottish Gaelic)

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Historical Usage

The name Aila gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Finland and among Finnish communities worldwide, as well as in some English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ayla, Aila-Marie, Ailana

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Aila is perceived as a charming and modern name, often associated with nature and beauty. It has a fresh and appealing sound, making it a popular choice among parents today.

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Famous People

Aila M. O'Neill - Irish author and poet, Aila N. Choudhury - British entrepreneur

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aila"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Aila"

"Aila" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 8598th of 9107 6
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 12938th of 27321 57
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 2748th of 35406 947
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1072nd of 30306 2,928

Regional Popularity of "Aila" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Aila" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
61.24%
2806th/4582
47.89%
2473rd/5164
45.25%
3309th/7313
34.10%
2545th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
27.76%
1106th/3984
21.11%
947th/4487
18.56%
1266th/6822
13.54%
850th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Aila"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Aila" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.