Kaila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaila is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'crowned' or 'laurel'. It has evolved from the name Kailah and has become popular in recent years. While it does not have biblical significance, it is associated with modern trends and is often viewed positively. Notable individuals with this name include Kaila Mullady, a renowned beatboxer.
The name Kaila is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Kaila has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Kaila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10394th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4781st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 574th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 676th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1630th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaila"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Kaila is derived from the Hebrew name 'Kailah', which means 'crowned' or 'laurel'.
Meaning
crowned, laurel
Language Evolution
Kailah, Kaila
Historical Usage
Kaila has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the late 20th century as a contemporary given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kailah, Kaili
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaila is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant personality.
Famous People
Kaila Mullady - American beatboxer and world champion, Kaila - a character in various popular culture references
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaila"
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 "Kaila"
"Kaila" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10394th of 12526 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4781st of 19264 | 184 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 574th of 27321 | 6,101 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 676th of 35406 | 6,559 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1630th of 30306 | 1,611 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaila" 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 "Kaila" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.46% 533rd/3685 |
11.87% 531st/4475 |
12.28% 638th/5194 |
8.85% 559th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.98% 732nd/4582 |
10.92% 564th/5164 |
9.82% 718th/7313 |
8.12% 606th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.37% 2166th/3984 |
27.61% 1239th/4487 |
28.44% 1940th/6822 |
18.58% 1166th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaila"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaila" 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.