Shayla
girl name#1777 in 2025Shayla entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #267 in 1999, ranks #1777 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1950–2025
#1777
rank today
#267
peak (1999)
113
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4545 |
| 1960s | #3611 |
| 1970s | #1079 |
| 1980s | #408 |
| 1990s | #307 |
| 2000s | #336 |
| 2010s | #813 |
| 2020s | #1543 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shayla has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 30,500 people named Shayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shayla alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shayla in 2025?
- Shayla ranks #1777 among US girl names in 2025, with 113 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shayla most popular?
- Shayla peaked in 1999, reaching #267 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shayla with classmates?
- Shayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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