Baila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Baila is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'to dance.' Its linguistic path includes variations like Bailah. The name conveys traits of joy and artistic expression, with no direct biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in modern times, particularly within Jewish communities.
The name Baila is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Baila has been too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Baila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6963rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3882nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2351st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1682nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Baila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baila"
Pronunciation
/ˈbeɪlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Baila is derived from the Hebrew word 'bailah,' which means 'to dance.' It is often associated with joy and celebration.
Meaning
dance
Language Evolution
Baila, Bailah
Historical Usage
The name Baila has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities, and its popularity has been growing in recent years due to its joyful connotation.
Variants & Derivatives
Bailah, Baili
Modern Popularity & Image
Baila is perceived as a vibrant and lively name, often associated with artistic expression and celebration.
Famous People
Baila Miller, Baila P. Stutz
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baila"
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 "Baila"
"Baila" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8676th of 12526 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6963rd of 19264 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3882nd of 27321 | 397 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2351st of 35406 | 1,202 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1682nd of 30306 | 1,545 |
Regional Popularity of "Baila" 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 "Baila" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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75.31% 1830th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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48.78% 1699th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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22.75% 1018th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
11.72% 605th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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8.98% 403rd/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Baila"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baila" 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.