Jakayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jakayla is a modern American name that reflects a blend of existing names like 'Kayla' and 'Jade'. Its meaning encompasses purity and grace. The name has evolved from contemporary naming trends and is often seen as unique and individualistic. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Jakayla is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jakayla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Jakayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4856th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 835th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jakayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakayla"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
Jakayla is a contemporary name that combines the sounds and elements of names like 'Jade' and 'Kayla', which are popular in American culture. It has no direct historical roots in older languages but reflects a trend of creating unique variations of traditional names.
Meaning
To be pure, wise, and a combination of beauty and grace.
Language Evolution
Kayla, Jade, Jalayah
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Jalayah, Jakaela
Modern Popularity & Image
Jakayla is perceived as a modern, creative name that appeals to parents looking for something unique. It reflects a blend of cultural influences and is often associated with a sense of individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakayla"
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 "Jakayla"
"Jakayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4856th of 27321 | 288 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 835th of 35406 | 4,899 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1629th of 30306 | 1,612 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakayla" 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 "Jakayla" 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) |
- | - |
47.96% 2491st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.22% 1018th/4582 |
53.70% 2773rd/5164 |
6.30% 461st/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.82% 1706th/3984 |
74.06% 3323rd/4487 |
14.60% 996th/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jakayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakayla" 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.