Girl
Twila
twilight
About Twila
In the quiet moments of twilight, when day meets night in perfect harmony, you'll find the essence of this enchanting name. Twila carries the mystery and beauty of dusk, suggesting a child who brings peace and wonder wherever she goes.
The name has an old-fashioned charm that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly uncommon in today's naming landscape. It evokes images of starlit evenings and gentle breezes, perfect for a daughter who might grow up to appreciate life's quieter beauties.
Twila works wonderfully for parents drawn to nature-inspired names without being obvious about it. The connection to twilight gives it depth and meaning while remaining subtle and sophisticated.
There's a musical quality to Twila that makes it memorable and pleasant to hear repeatedly. It pairs well with strong middle names and complements various surname styles, making it adaptable to different family backgrounds while maintaining its distinctive character and gentle strength throughout your daughter's lifetime.
Popularity of the Name Twila
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1891 | #939 |
| 1895 | #925 |
| 1896 | #946 |
| 1898 | #816 |
| 1899 | #787 |
| 1900 | #964 |
| 1901 | #915 |
| 1902 | #967 |
| 1903 | #834 |
| 1904 | #906 |
| 1905 | #698 |
| 1906 | #914 |
| 1907 | #836 |
| 1908 | #847 |
| 1909 | #906 |
| 1912 | #762 |
| 1913 | #821 |
| 1914 | #723 |
| 1915 | #643 |
| 1916 | #726 |
| 1917 | #652 |
| 1918 | #658 |
| 1919 | #676 |
| 1920 | #615 |
| 1921 | #640 |
| 1922 | #591 |
| 1923 | #565 |
| 1924 | #582 |
| 1925 | #615 |
| 1926 | #515 |
| 1927 | #513 |
| 1928 | #515 |
| 1929 | #569 |
| 1930 | #528 |
| 1931 | #473 |
| 1932 | #509 |
| 1933 | #473 |
| 1934 | #464 |
| 1935 | #494 |
| 1936 | #495 |
| 1937 | #550 |
| 1938 | #510 |
| 1939 | #564 |
| 1940 | #580 |
| 1941 | #588 |
| 1942 | #627 |
| 1943 | #690 |
| 1944 | #662 |
| 1945 | #645 |
| 1946 | #627 |
| 1947 | #666 |
| 1948 | #637 |
| 1949 | #642 |
| 1950 | #706 |
| 1951 | #654 |
| 1952 | #676 |
| 1953 | #637 |
| 1954 | #697 |
| 1955 | #654 |
| 1956 | #659 |
| 1957 | #676 |
| 1958 | #591 |
| 1959 | #644 |
| 1960 | #563 |
| 1961 | #644 |
| 1962 | #688 |
| 1963 | #668 |
| 1964 | #716 |
| 1965 | #779 |
| 1966 | #789 |
| 1967 | #871 |
| 1968 | #874 |
| 1969 | #928 |
| 1970 | #902 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Twila
- Twyla
- Twylla
- Twilah
- Twilaa
- Twillah
Names Similar to Twila
Nicknames for Twila
- Twy
- Wila
- Twilie
- Twiley
- Twi
