Aila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪlə/
Origin
Finnish
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.
Meaning
bringer of light, radiance, moonlight
Language Evolution
Aila (modern Finnish), Aila (Old Finnish), Ayla (Turkish), Aila (Scottish Gaelic)
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.
Variants & Derivatives
Ayla, Aila-Marie, Ailana
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.
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 |
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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 |
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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.