Iyanla
girl nameIyanla entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #2782 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
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rank today
#2782
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #5683 |
| 2000s | #6279 |
| 2010s | #10880 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Iyanla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Iyanla alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Iyanla in 2025?
- Iyanla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Iyanla most popular?
- Iyanla peaked in 1999, reaching #2782 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Iyanla with classmates?
- Iyanla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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