Jayla
girl name#529 in 2025Jayla entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #99 in 2006, ranks #529 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1968–2025
#529
rank today
#99
peak (2006)
569
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4489 |
| 1970s | #5857 |
| 1980s | #3485 |
| 1990s | #1058 |
| 2000s | #178 |
| 2010s | #203 |
| 2020s | #373 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jayla has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 46,000 people named Jayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jayla alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jayla in 2025?
- Jayla ranks #529 among US girl names in 2025, with 569 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jayla most popular?
- Jayla peaked in 2006, reaching #99 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jayla with classmates?
- Jayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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