Kayla
girl name#364 in 2025Kayla entered the US charts in 1933, peaked at #11 in 1995, ranks #364 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1933–2025
#364
rank today
#11
peak (1995)
838
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3524 |
| 1940s | #2492 |
| 1950s | #1244 |
| 1960s | #853 |
| 1970s | #760 |
| 1980s | #172 |
| 1990s | #13 |
| 2000s | #22 |
| 2010s | #109 |
| 2020s | #295 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kayla has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 341,000 people named Kayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kayla alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kayla in 2025?
- Kayla ranks #364 among US girl names in 2025, with 838 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kayla most popular?
- Kayla peaked in 1995, reaching #11 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kayla with classmates?
- Kayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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