Girl
Lyla
night, dark beauty
About Lyla
Delicate yet determined, Lyla captures hearts with its deceptive simplicity. This four-letter powerhouse delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss, proving that brevity can be beautiful. Lyla has enjoyed growing popularity while still maintaining individual character, striking that sweet spot between familiar and fresh. The double-L gives it visual symmetry and phonetic strength, while the 'a' ending provides classic femininity. The name suits various personalities, from quiet bookworms to outgoing performers, allowing each Lyla to make it her own. Its vintage revival quality appeals to parents seeking names with history but not stuffiness. Lyla pronounces clearly, spells easily, and remembers effortlessly—practical considerations that matter in daily life. The name's gentle sound belies the strength it can represent.
Popularity of the Name Lyla
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | #899 | ||||
| 1890 | #914 | ||||
| 1893 | #815 | ||||
| 1894 | #884 | ||||
| 1896 | #861 | ||||
| 1897 | #962 | ||||
| 1898 | #997 | ||||
| 1906 | #946 | ||||
| 1908 | #901 | ||||
| 1910 | #957 | ||||
| 1912 | #856 | ||||
| 1913 | #906 | ||||
| 1914 | #895 | ||||
| 1915 | #924 | ||||
| 1916 | #880 | ||||
| 1917 | #985 | ||||
| 1918 | #877 | ||||
| 1920 | #877 | ||||
| 1921 | #790 | ||||
| 1922 | #833 | ||||
| 1923 | #807 | ||||
| 1924 | #729 | ||||
| 1925 | #683 | ||||
| 1926 | #767 | ||||
| 1927 | #828 | ||||
| 1928 | #850 | ||||
| 1929 | #785 | ||||
| 1930 | #820 | ||||
| 1931 | #852 | ||||
| 1932 | #872 | ||||
| 1933 | #842 | ||||
| 1934 | #845 | ||||
| 1935 | #881 | ||||
| 1936 | #872 | ||||
| 1937 | #998 | ||||
| 1938 | #907 | ||||
| 1939 | #873 | ||||
| 1940 | #831 | ||||
| 1942 | #940 | ||||
| 1943 | #866 | ||||
| 1945 | #990 | ||||
| 2005 | #865 | #324 | |||
| 2006 | #642 | #271 | #518 | ||
| 2007 | #368 | #242 | #591 | #500 | |
| 2008 | #223 | #224 | #332 | #301 | |
| 2009 | #154 | #193 | #284 | #518 | #210 |
| 2010 | #135 | #172 | #265 | #573 | #167 |
| 2011 | #127 | #161 | #222 | #740 | #164 |
| 2012 | #146 | #143 | #327 | #639 | #180 |
| 2013 | #154 | #122 | #247 | #448 | #183 |
| 2014 | #141 | #116 | #207 | #446 | #135 |
| 2015 | #141 | #119 | #202 | #485 | #165 |
| 2016 | #138 | #109 | #153 | #310 | #152 |
| 2017 | #131 | #99 | #135 | #267 | #137 |
| 2018 | #128 | #95 | #172 | #196 | #121 |
| 2019 | #121 | #99 | #163 | #280 | #122 |
| 2020 | #118 | #98 | #163 | #228 | #125 |
| 2021 | #110 | #78 | #124 | #184 | #128 |
| 2022 | #105 | #76 | #136 | #169 | #102 |
| 2023 | #99 | #74 | #117 | #121 | #120 |
| 2024 | #83 | #72 | #86 | #129 | #114 |
| 2025 | #80 | #55 | #119 | #140 | #108 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Lyla
Names Similar to Lyla
Nicknames for Lyla
- Ly
- Lyl
- Lala
- Lilly
- Lala
Famous People Named Lyla
| Lyla Foy | English singer-songwriter |
| Lyla Porter-Follows | Canadian actress |
Characters Named Lyla
| Lyla Garrity | Friday Night Lights |
| Lyla Michaels | Arrowverse |
| Lyla Lerrol | DC Comics character |
| Lyla Novacek | August Rush |