Aiyla
From Cheyenne, meaning "everlasting bloom" or "eternal flower".
Name Census estimates that about 745 living Americans carry the first name Aiyla. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Aiyla today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aiyla births was 2022 (95 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aiyla. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Aiyla with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
745
~ 1 in 460,073 Americans
Peak year
2022
95 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,359
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Aiyla: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Aiyla from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 387 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aiyla by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aiyla during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Aiylas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. California, Texas, Virginia recorded the most babies named Aiyla, while Colorado, Arizona, North Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 24 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Aiyla
The name Aiyla is believed to have its origins in ancient Arabia, tracing back to the 7th century CE. It is derived from the Arabic word "Ayla," which means "beautiful night" or "moonlit night." The name is thought to have been inspired by the stunning beauty of the Arabian desert nights, where the moon and stars shone with remarkable brilliance.
In the early days of Islam, Aiyla was a relatively uncommon name, but it gained popularity among Arab scholars and poets who were captivated by its poetic and romantic connotations. It was often used as a symbolic name in classical Arabic literature, representing the enchanting allure of the desert and the mystical charm of the night.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aiyla can be found in the writings of the renowned 8th-century Arab poet, Bashar ibn Burd. In his acclaimed collection of poems, he dedicated a few verses to a woman named Aiyla, celebrating her beauty and grace under the moonlight.
Throughout the centuries, the name Aiyla has been associated with several notable figures in the Islamic world. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Aiyla bint al-Mudhaffar (1133-1201), a renowned female scholar and poet from Andalusia, who was celebrated for her intellect and literary prowess.
Another prominent figure was Aiyla al-Baghdadiya (1165-1233), a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad. Her contributions to the field of mathematics and her astronomical observations were highly regarded during her time.
In the 13th century, Aiyla al-Dimashqiya (1210-1285) was a revered Sufi mystic and spiritual teacher from Damascus. Her teachings and writings on Sufism had a profound impact on the spiritual landscape of the region.
During the Ottoman Empire, Aiyla Hanim (1480-1543) was a prominent figure in the imperial court. She was a skilled calligrapher and artist, renowned for her exquisite works of art and her patronage of the arts.
More recently, Aiyla Gabetta (born 1988) is a renowned Italian cellist who has gained international acclaim for her virtuosic performances and recordings. Her talent and artistry have earned her numerous awards and accolades.
While the name Aiyla has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended borders and gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly among those drawn to its poetic and romantic connotations. Its rich history and cultural significance continue to captivate those who appreciate the beauty and depth of names.
People
Aiyla + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aiyla as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aiyla: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aiyla?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 745 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aiyla going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 460,073 US residents.
Is Aiyla a common name?
We classify Aiyla as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 750 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aiyla most popular?
The single biggest year for Aiyla was 2022, when 95 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aiyla is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aiyla in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aiyla a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aiyla in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aiyla still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aiyla in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aiyla can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Aiyla?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.