Kayla

Meaning of Kayla

Kayla means "slim and fair." It's often seen as a modern variation of the Irish name "Caoimhe."

Kayla has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kayla

Kayla has cooled off, slipping to #364 in 2025, down from a peak of #13 in 2000.

Notable people named Kayla

• Kayla Ewell
  American actress (The Vampire Diaries)
• Kayla McBride
  Professional basketball player (WNBA)
• Kayla Harrison
  Two-time Olympic judo champion
• Kayla Itsines
  Australian fitness entrepreneur
• Kayla Barron
  NASA astronaut and engineer

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Questions about the name Kayla

What does the name Kayla mean?

Kayla means kayla means "slim and fair." it's often seen as a modern variation of the irish name "caoimhe.", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Kayla a boy's or a girl's name?

Kayla is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kayla?

In 2025, Kayla ranked #364 for girls, down from #336 the year before.

When was Kayla most popular?

Kayla peaked at #13 in 2000.