Twila
Twila is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Twilight, dark, or woven with two threads.
Origin and history
Twila is an American name likely derived from the word 'twilight' or created as a blend of names like Twyna and Lila. It gained modest popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States and remains a distinctive, uncommon choice today. Its soft, atmospheric sound gives it a vintage and poetic quality.
Popularity in the United States
11,922 babies in the United States have been named Twila since 1880. It ranks #1482 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1908.
States where it is most popular
- PA (16.9 %)
- OH (13.1 %)
- KS (10.3 %)
- NE (6.6 %)
- TX (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 97 |
| 1900-1910 | 187 |
| 1910-1920 | 715 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,584 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,698 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,465 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,026 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,949 |
| 1970-1980 | 981 |
| 1980-1990 | 417 |
| 1990-2000 | 208 |
| 2000-2010 | 181 |
| 2010-2019 | 221 |
| 2020-2029 | 193 |
Famous people named Twila
- Twila Tharp: Choreographer, Dancer
- Twila Paris: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name is often associated with the English word 'twilight' or the Cajun French word 'étoile', meaning star.
- Twila reached its peak popularity in the United States during the 1930s through the 1950s.