Teyla

“She who is winged” — Associated with the character Teyla Emmagan from the television se

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8928US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

284All-time births

📅 Since 200400

What does Teyla mean and where does it come from?

The name Teyla is commonly associated with the character Teyla Emmagan from the television series 'Stargate Atlantis,' which contributed to its popularity in the early 2000s. It has gained a following particularly in Western cultures, especially among fans of the show.

Cultural significance

Teyla has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of she who is winged.

Peak popularity

Reached #4722 in 2010 — currently #8928 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Teyla?

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

Teyla Grace

How popular is Teyla right now?

Rising fast — up 2228 spots — currently #8928 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8928 · Top 6.6%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8928	12	▲ up 2228 · +33% births
2022	#11156	9	▲ up 938 · +13% births
2021	#12094	8	▼ down 3359 · -33% births
2020	#8735	12	▼ down 819 · -20% births
2015	#7916	15	▼ down 3194 · -52% births
2010	#4722	31	▲ up 2093 · +72% births
2005	#6815	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Teyla

Best Year2010Rank #4722

Peak Count31

Average Rank#8624

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Teyla

Teyla is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2004. With 284 total births recorded, Teyla remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6815 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8928 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Teyla in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

Teyla by decade

Teyla peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	111
2010s ★	161
2020s	12

💎Teyla has only 284 total recorded births since 2004 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Teyla?

Common

TeyTe

What names sound and feel like Teyla?

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

Tesla

American · of the Tesla

Keyla

American · a variant of

Teyha

American · A variant of

Deyla

American · A branch; a

American · Stringed instrument, finely

Common questions about the name Teyla

What does the name Teyla mean?

Teyla means "She who is winged" — 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 Teyla?

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

What is the cultural origin of Teyla?

Teyla 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 Teyla trending right now?

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

Is Teyla a common or rare name?

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