Kyla

Rank 557th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Kyla was 557th most popular baby name for girls and 1,096th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 543 babies were named Kyla in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 6,173 babies in the United States were named Kyla. Today, the average age of someone named Kyla is around 22 years old.

The name "Kyla" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Kyla is Ky.

Kyla Meaning & Origin

Kyla is a feminine name of Irish origin, meaning "narrow strait" or "channel", and it may evoke impressions of uniqueness, strength, and independence.

The name Kyla is described as athletic, vibrant and ambitious.

Pronunciation

Kyla is pronounced kai-luh in English. The name Kyla has 4 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Kyla

  • The name Kyla is used in the Star Wars universe; Kyla Drayton is a character who is a child prodigy and a very skilled pilot.

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Geography

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