Kyla
Kyla is a girl name of Scottish origin meaning “Narrow strait, victorious”, pronounced KY-lah. It ranked #580 in the United States in 2025, given to 512 babies, and peaked at #162 in 2004. Common nicknames: Ky, Lala.
How popular is Kyla in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Kyla mean, and where does it come from?
Kyla is generally taken as the feminine of Kyle, from the Scottish Gaelic caol, "narrow" — a kyle is a strait of water, as in the Kyle of Lochalsh. A second reading runs through the Hebrew kalilah, "crown" or "laurel," and a third through the Yiddish Kayla. American records hold it from 1940; it entered the top thousand in 1974 and peaked in 2004, following Kyle up and then down the charts by about a decade, as feminine forms usually do.
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Famous People Named Kyla
- Kyla Pratt — American actress
- Kyla Ross — American gymnast and Olympic gold medallist
- Kyla — Filipina singer known as the Queen of R&B
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kyla mean?
Kyla is a girl name of Scottish origin meaning "Narrow strait, victorious." Kyla is generally taken as the feminine of Kyle, from the Scottish Gaelic caol, "narrow" — a kyle is a strait of water, as in the Kyle of Lochalsh. A second reading runs through the Hebrew kalilah, "crown" or "laurel," and a third through the Yiddish Kayla.
How do you pronounce Kyla?
Kyla is pronounced KY-lah. Common variations include Kylah, Kaila, Kyla.
Is Kyla a girl name?
Yes, Kyla is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ky, Lala.