Nakayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nakayla is a modern name with roots in American English, derived from Kayla, which has connections to the Hebrew name Mikayel meaning 'who is like God'. The name signifies purity and belovedness. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique names, with variants like Kayla and Nayla. It is currently viewed as trendy and associated with individuality, though it does not have notable historical figures associated with it.
The name Nakayla is most popular in Georgia, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nakayla 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, 'Nakayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7487th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2121st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5775th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nakayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nakayla"
Pronunciation
/nəˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
Nakayla is a modern name that appears to be a variation of the name Kayla, which itself may have roots in the Hebrew name Mikayel, meaning 'who is like God'. The prefix 'Na' is often used in names to create a feminine sound.
Meaning
Pure, beloved
Language Evolution
Kayla, Mikayel, Kaila
Historical Usage
Nakayla gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Nayla, Kaila
Modern Popularity & Image
Nakayla is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nakayla Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 118 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nakayla"
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 "Nakayla"
"Nakayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7487th of 27321 | 154 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2121st of 35406 | 1,400 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5775th of 30306 | 260 |
Regional Popularity of "Nakayla" 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 "Nakayla" 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) |
44.00% 2016th/4582 |
44.40% 2293rd/5164 |
24.08% 1761st/7313 |
50.86% 3796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
92.78% 4163rd/4487 |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Nakayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nakayla" 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.