Find out how popular the first name Ejla has been for the last 1 years (from 2021 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ejla by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ejla is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ejla.

The history of the first name Ejla

The name Ejla is believed to have originated from the Bosnian language, which is a South Slavic language spoken primarily in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as parts of Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro. It is thought to be derived from the Arabic name Ayla, which means "oak tree" or "sublime."

Historically, the name Ejla gained popularity in the Balkans during the Ottoman Empire's rule, which lasted from the 15th to the early 20th century. The Ottoman Turks, who were Muslim, brought Arabic influences to the region, including names. As a result, many Bosnian names, including Ejla, have Arabic roots.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ejla can be found in the 16th century, when it was mentioned in Ottoman records from the region. However, there are no known significant historical figures from that time period who bore this name.

In more recent history, Ejla has been the name of several notable individuals. One such person was Ejla Cameron (1902-1975), a Bosnian-American artist known for her paintings and illustrations. Another was Ejla Karačić (1918-2006), a Bosnian writer and poet who was recognized for her contributions to Bosnian literature.

Ejla Šavija (1915-1997) was a Bosnian actress who appeared in numerous films and theatre productions throughout her career. Ejla Duranović (1925-2004) was a Bosnian artist and sculptor, known for her works in bronze and stone.

Additionally, Ejla Glavović (1946-2022) was a Bosnian singer and actress who gained popularity in the former Yugoslavia for her performances in musicals and on television.

While the name Ejla has its roots in the Bosnian language and culture, it has also been adopted by people of various ethnicities and backgrounds, particularly in the Balkan region and among diaspora communities around the world.

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