Skyla
Skyla: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Skyla
- A female given name originating as a coinage.
Etymology
20th-century invention, shortened from Skyler.
How popular is Skyla?
Since 1880, 14,344 girls in the U.S. have been named Skyla. Its highest rank for girls was #504 in 2012. In 2025 it ranked #986 for girls, with 257 babies given the name.
Names similar to Skyla
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Sibling name ideas for Skyla
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Skyla FAQ
What does the name Skyla mean?
A female given name originating as a coinage. 20th-century invention, shortened from Skyler.
How popular is the name Skyla?
Since 1880, 14,344 girls in the U.S. have been named Skyla. Its highest rank for girls was #504 in 2012. In 2025 it ranked #986 for girls, with 257 babies given the name.
Is Skyla a boy or girl name?
Skyla is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,344 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.