Gayla
GirlGayla is a girl's name of Germanic origin meaning "Variant of Gayle, derived from gail, meaning joyful.". It is pronounced GAY-luh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 85/100) and fading.
Germanic origin · /GAY-luh/ · vintage
Meaning: Variant of Gayle, derived from gail, meaning joyful.
Insights
Most popular in the 1950s.
Today, Gayla is a popular, familiar name (popularity 85/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Gayla
What does Gayla mean?
Gayla means "Variant of Gayle, derived from gail, meaning joyful.". It is of Germanic origin.
Is Gayla a boy or girl name?
Gayla is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Gayla?
Gayla is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 85/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.
How is Gayla pronounced?
Gayla is pronounced GAY-luh.
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