Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Ayla.
National Rank (2025)
#77
All-Time Peak Rank
#69 (2024)
Total U.S. Births
38,040
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Ayla Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Ayla
According to SSA data, Ayla achieved its highest historical rank of #69 in 2024. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2024 with 3,253 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 161.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 45 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Ayla scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+161.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,253Births in 2024
Years in Top 100
3yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
45Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:6
1970s:15
1980s:1,058
1990s:2,431
2000s:5,637
2010s:12,566
2020s:16,327
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesA-ya
Letter Count4 Letters
Spelling ComplexityEasy
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 1.4% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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