Khayla

“pure”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16359US 2020

5Births / yr

↓Falling

808All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Khayla mean and where does it come from?

Khayla is a contemporary name that has been linked to the Arabic name 'Khayla,' which translates to 'pure' or 'noble.' The name has gained traction in various cultures, especially within English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of naming that emphasizes simplicity and uniqueness while retaini

Cultural significance

Khayla has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure.

Peak popularity

Reached #2522 in 1999 — currently #16359 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khayla?

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

Khayla Grace

How popular is Khayla right now?

Falling — down 4471 spots — currently #16359 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2020#16359 · Top 12%

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#15675	5	▼ down 4471 · -44% births
2015	#11204	9	▼ down 4692 · -55% births
2010	#6512	20	▼ down 1457 · -23% births
2005	#5055	26	▼ down 2490 · -56% births
2000	#2565	59	▲ up 578 · +59% births
1995	#3143	37	▲ up 4699 · +236% births
1990	#7842	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khayla

Best Year2000Rank #2565

Peak Count59

Average Rank#7428

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20207 years

The story of Khayla

Khayla is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 808 total births recorded, Khayla remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7842 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15675 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Khayla in 1999:

Emily Hannah Alexis Sarah Samantha

Khayla by decade

Khayla peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	41
1990s ★	353
2000s	323
2010s	86
2020s	5

💎Khayla has only 808 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khayla?

Common

KhaKhieKhyAyla

What names sound and feel like Khayla?

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

Khanyla

American · African American Vernacular

Jhayla

American · A modern invented

Khawla

Arabic · A female gazelle

Khalyla

Arabic · the perfect one

Hayla

American · A form of

Keayla

American · A creative variant

Common questions about the name Khayla

What does the name Khayla mean?

Khayla means "pure" — 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 Khayla?

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

What is the cultural origin of Khayla?

Khayla 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.

Is Khayla trending right now?

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

Is Khayla a common or rare name?

Khayla is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.