Twyla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Twyla is an American name believed to be derived from the Old English word meaning 'two' or 'double', associated with twinkling. It emerged as a popular name in the mid-20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names. Twyla is perceived as whimsical and creative, with notable figures such as Twyla Tharp and Twyla Paris contributing to its recognition.
The name Twyla is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest 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, Twyla 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, 'Twyla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1260th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 929th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 896th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1214th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2743rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5293rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4076th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Twyla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Twyla"
Pronunciation
/ˈtwaɪlə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Twyla is believed to be a modern invention, possibly derived from the name 'Twyla' which may have roots in the Old English word 'twī' meaning 'two' or 'double'. It is often associated with the concept of twinkling or shimmering.
Meaning
twilight, shimmering
Language Evolution
Twyla
Historical Usage
The name Twyla gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, and is often associated with the rise of unique and modern names during that time.
Variants & Derivatives
Twy, Twyly, Twylaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Twyla is seen as a whimsical and creative name, often chosen for its unique sound and modern flair.
Famous People
Twyla Tharp, an American dancer and choreographer, Twyla Paris, an American contemporary Christian music artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Twyla"
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 "Twyla"
"Twyla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1260th of 9107 | 655 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 929th of 9204 | 1,129 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 896th of 12526 | 2,370 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1214th of 19264 | 1,515 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2743rd of 27321 | 648 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5293rd of 35406 | 383 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4076th of 30306 | 433 |
Regional Popularity of "Twyla" 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 "Twyla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
46.75% 662nd/1416 |
73.75% 1017th/1379 |
80.39% 1902nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
37.84% 585th/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
53.63% 1262nd/2353 |
82.93% 1283rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.77% 663rd/2227 |
- |
32.32% 922nd/2853 |
35.78% 993rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.56% 1250th/2937 |
80.10% 2790th/3483 |
29.73% 1046th/3518 |
40.11% 1622nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
- |
56.64% 2942nd/5194 |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.74% 4826th/6822 |
67.78% 4254th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Twyla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Twyla" 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.