Xyla
Xyla is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Wood, forest, or modern creation.
Origin and history
Xyla is a modern invented name likely inspired by Greek root elements such as 'xylon', meaning wood or forest, as well as names like Zyla or Twyla. It has gained popularity in the United States in recent years as a trendy, modern choice. Its usage reflects modern parents' interest in rare, futuristic 'X' names.
Popularity in the United States
2,346 babies in the United States have been named Xyla since 1880. It ranks #3637 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #911.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
- NY (7.1 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 103 |
| 2010-2019 | 601 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,637 |
Fun facts
- The name Xyla has seen a significant increase in usage in the U.S. during the 2020s.
- It shares a phonetic link with the Greek root 'xylon', which means wood or timber.