Ayla
Meaning: Moonlight, halo of the moon; oak tree
Origin: Turkish/Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in United Kingdom: #176
Total births: 8,751
History: Ayla has been cherished in English and Welsh families for generations. It recalls the charm of a London black cab and the bustle of Portobello Road Market. It bridges the heritage of the past with the promise of a bright future.
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| Current rank (2024) | #47 |
| Babies named Ayla in 2024 | 922 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 8,751 |
| Peak year | 2024 (922 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #47 |
| Years in records | 1996–2024 (29 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 37 spots |
Frequently asked about Ayla
What does the name Ayla mean?
Ayla means “Moonlight, halo of the moon; oak tree” from Turkish/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Ayla?
Ayla has Turkish/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Moonlight, halo of the moon; oak tree”.
How popular is Ayla in the United Kingdom?
Ayla ranked #47 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 922 babies that year.
When was Ayla most popular?
Ayla peaked in 2024 with 922 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Ayla a boy or girl name?
Ayla is predominantly a girls' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Aylas in registered births are female.
Is the name Ayla rising or falling in popularity?
Ayla has risen 37 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #84 in 2019 to #47 in 2024.
How long has Ayla been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Ayla appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 29 years — from 1996 through 2024.