Zyla
Zyla is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern coinage; possibly derived from Hebrew Zillah meaning 'shadow' or Greek Xyla meaning 'woodland'.
Origin and history
Zyla is a modern invented name that gained popularity in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s. It likely evolved as a variation of names like Zali, Zila, or Xyla, blending the trendy 'Z' prefix with a soft 'la' ending. Its usage has increased significantly in recent years among parents seeking a short, distinctive name.
Popularity in the United States
2,545 babies in the United States have been named Zyla since 1880. It ranks #3499 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #994.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.9 %)
- TX (14.5 %)
- FL (9.7 %)
- GA (6.6 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 178 |
| 2010-2019 | 951 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,416 |
Fun facts
- Zyla experienced a significant rise in popularity in the 2020s, entering the top 1,000 names for girls in the United States.
- The name reflects the popular 21st-century trend of starting names with the letter 'Z' and ending in a soft vowel sound.