Kayla

Kayla is a feminine given name commonly used in English-speaking countries. The name's origin is uncertain, but it is widely regarded as a modern coinage rather than a traditional name. It is often considered a feminine form of Kay, a nickname derived from Katherine, or a modern blend related to Michaela, though there is no single agreed etymology.

Variants include Kaylah, Kaylee, Kayleigh, Kaila, Kaela, Kailey, and other spellings. Kayla is usually used as a standalone name rather than a shortened form.

Popularity: Kayla rose in the United States during the 1990s and remained common into the early 2000s, with varying popularity in other English-speaking countries.

Notable individuals named Kayla include Kayla Itsines (born 1991), Australian fitness entrepreneur; Kayla Braxton (born 1992), American television host; Kayla Harrison (born 1990), American judoka and Olympic champion; and Kayla Mueller (1988–2015), American aid worker who died in Syria.