Hayla

“A form of the name 'Chava' (חַוָּה) meaning 'life' or 'living one'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9848US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

426All-time births

📅 Since 198700

How to pronounce Hayla

HEYE·lee·AH

/ˈhaɪ.liː.ˈɑ/ · stress on HEYE · 2 syllables

“A form of the name 'Chava' (חַוָּה) meaning 'life' or 'living one'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Hayla mean and where does it come from?

Hayla is a relatively modern name that combines attributes from both Hebrew and Arabic origins. Its usage has grown in areas with significant intercultural interaction. The name can also be linked to ideas of vitality and joy, reflecting positive sentiments. It is becoming increasingly popular in th

Cultural significance

Hayla has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name 'chava' (חַוָּה) meaning 'life' or 'living one'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5317 in 2009 — currently #9848 in the US.

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How else can you spell Hayla?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Hayla?

Hayla works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Hayla Grace

How popular is Hayla right now?

Rising fast — up 1735 spots — currently #9848 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#9848 · Top 7.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9848	10	▲ up 1735 · +25% births
2022	#11583	8	▲ up 1086 · +14% births
2021	#12669	7	▼ down 3548 · -36% births
2020	#9121	11	▲ up 2082 · +22% births
2015	#11203	9	▼ down 4140 · -50% births
2010	#7063	18	▼ down 1329 · -18% births
2005	#5734	22	▲ up 1303 · +47% births
2000	#7037	15	▲ up 5711 · +150% births
1995	#12748	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Hayla

Best Year2005Rank #5734

Peak Count22

Average Rank#9667

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Hayla

Hayla is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 426 total births recorded, Hayla remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12748 in 1995 to #9848 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Hayla in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Hayla by decade

Hayla peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	65
2000s ★	200
2010s	145
2020s	11

💎Hayla has only 426 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Hayla?

Common

HayHa

What names sound and feel like Hayla?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Hayla also consider these

Jayla

American · English

Zayla

American · A beloved name

Gayla

American · A beloved name

Xayla

American · Emanating from a

Vayla

American · Derived from the

Common questions about the name Hayla

What does the name Hayla mean?

Hayla means "A form of the name 'Chava' (חַוָּה) meaning 'life' or 'living one'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Hayla?

Hayla is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Hayla have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Hayla?

Hayla originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Hayla?

Hayla is a two-syllable name pronounced HH AY1 L IY0 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Hayla trending right now?

Hayla is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.