Jayla
Jayla is a distinctive choice, ranked #973 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Jayla in their class.
About the Name Jayla
Jayla is steadily gaining in popularity, up 30 places over the past five years. Its best recorded rank was #957 in 2021, and it currently sits at #1097. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2002.
Jayla is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Jayla in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #403, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Jayla
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In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Jayla
Almost certainly the only Jayla in the class
UK Popularity (2002–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2025)
Rank · SSA official data
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