Kaila
Kaila: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kaila
- A female given name.
Etymology
From Yiddish קיילה (kaila)), In modern use a spelling variant of Kayla or Kyla.
How popular is Kaila?
Since 1880, 14,556 girls in the U.S. have been named Kaila. Its highest rank for girls was #369 in 1991. In 2025, 88 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Kaila
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Kaila
Sister and brother names that share Kaila's Yiddish roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Kaila FAQ
What does the name Kaila mean?
A female given name. From Yiddish קיילה (kaila)), In modern use a spelling variant of Kayla or Kyla.
What is the origin of the name Kaila?
Kaila is listed as a name of Yiddish origin.
How popular is the name Kaila?
Since 1880, 14,556 girls in the U.S. have been named Kaila. Its highest rank for girls was #369 in 1991. In 2025, 88 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kaila a boy or girl name?
Kaila is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,556 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.