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Nyla
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About Nyla
Nyla captures that perfect sweet spot between familiar and distinctive. The two-syllable simplicity makes it easy for everyone to remember and spell correctly, yet it maintains an exotic quality that sets it apart. This name feels both modern and ageless, working beautifully for a newborn and growing gracefully into adulthood. The soft beginning flows into a gentle conclusion, creating an overall impression of warmth and approachability. It's short enough to avoid awkward shortenings yet substantial enough to stand proudly on official documents. Cross-cultural appeal makes it work wonderfully in diverse communities and international settings. The name sounds equally appropriate in casual playground conversations and formal professional introductions. Parents who want something pretty without being overly elaborate will find Nyla hits exactly the right note. Its rising popularity reflects growing recognition, though it remains far from overused.
Popularity of the Name Nyla
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names in the United States, by year.
| 1941 | #856 |
| 2001 | #869 |
| 2002 | #453 |
| 2003 | #478 |
| 2004 | #410 |
| 2005 | #362 |
| 2006 | #389 |
| 2007 | #446 |
| 2008 | #409 |
| 2009 | #394 |
| 2010 | #405 |
| 2011 | #315 |
| 2012 | #328 |
| 2013 | #313 |
| 2014 | #299 |
| 2015 | #326 |
| 2016 | #328 |
| 2017 | #304 |
| 2018 | #289 |
| 2019 | #256 |
| 2020 | #247 |
| 2021 | #227 |
| 2022 | #241 |
| 2023 | #250 |
| 2024 | #229 |
| 2025 | #236 |
Variations of Name Nyla
Names Similar to Nyla
Nicknames for Nyla
- Ny
- Nala
- Nana
- Lala
Famous People Named Nyla
| Nyla Usha | Indian actress and radio jockey |
| Nyla Milleson | American basketball coach |
| Nyla Rose | American professional wrestler |
| Nyla Carroll | Australian poet and environmentalist |
| Nyla Lueeth | South Sudanese human rights activist |
| Nyla Innuksuk | Inuit filmmaker |
| Nyla Matuk | Canadian poet and writer |
| Nyla Khan | British author and academic |
| Nyla Levy | British television producer |
| Nyla Yamada | Japanese-Canadian journalist |
| Nyla Nox | German novelist and philosopher |
| Nyla Bialek Adams | American composer and violinist |
| Nyla Raja | British entrepreneur and co-founder of Jouellerie |
| Nyla Fujii-Babb | American fashion model |
| Nyla Thompson | Australian synchronized swimmer |
| Nyla Marie Branscombe | American ballet dancer |
| Nyla Ahmad | Malaysian publisher and writer |
| Nyla Calame | Swiss figure skater |
| Nyla Yamase | Japanese pianist |
| Nyla Blades | British television presenter |
Characters Named Nyla
| Nyla McKenzie | Detective in a crime thriller novel series |
| Nyla Turner | Space explorer in a sci-fi adventure book |
| Nyla Sterling | Main character in a romantic drama film |
| Nyla Thompson | Young detective in a mystery novel series |
| Nyla Bennett | Superheroine in a comic book series |
| Nyla Carter | Journalist in a suspenseful thriller book |
| Nyla Lawson | Sorceress in a fantasy video game |
| Nyla Reed | Secret agent in a spy-action movie |
| Nyla Scott | Protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Nyla Parker | Vampire in a paranormal romance series |
| Nyla Brooks | Rebel leader in a dystopian novel |
| Nyla Taylor | Pop star in a young adult fiction book |
| Nyla Sanchez | Hacker in a cyberpunk movie |
| Nyla Walker | Time-traveling scientist in a TV series |
| Nyla Adams | Adventurer in a treasure-hunting video game |
| Nyla Foster | Alien ambassador in a space opera novel |
| Nyla Stone | Warrior princess in a fantasy animated series |
| Nyla Roberts | Steampunk airship captain in a graphic novel |