How Many People Are Named Ayala?

Complete statistics for the name Ayala: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ayala
Uncommon
Hebrew

Ayala is a rare, feminine name with roots in Hebrew, meaning 'myrtle' or 'noble'. Only 1,113 people named Ayala live in the US today, making up just 1 in 296,561 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2023 with 74 births, showing its rise as a modern choice.

~91,108
Living in US
1 in 3,638
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Noble
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Noble Graceful Determined
4
Life Path Number

Life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,037
Worldwide Bearers
#109,804
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,256
🇧🇷 Brazil
929
🇮🇳 India
598
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
536
🇪🇸 Spain
94
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
49
🇬🇧 England
46
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
45
🇳🇬 Nigeria
39
🇮🇶 Iraq
39

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,113 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
965
Would be under 30 (86%)
159
Would be 30–60 (14%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,124 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
88
Classic Feel
11
Modern Appeal
100
International
93

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ayala Through the Generations

Ayala stands out as a name that's gaining traction among younger parents. With 1,113 living bearers in the US, it's a very rare name, ranking at #109,804 globally. The majority of those named Ayala are under 30, indicating its status as a contemporary choice. Born in 2023, the peak year saw 74 births, suggesting a growing trend towards this name. As of now, there are 965 under-30s compared to 159 aged between 30 and 60, with none over 60, highlighting its modern appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 288
New Jersey 129
California 55
Florida 19

⭐ Famous People Named Ayala

Ayala is a feminine given name with multiple origins.…

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✨ Similar Names to Ayala

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ayala's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Ayala

How Many People Have the Name Ayala?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 91,108 people in the United States currently share the name Ayala. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,638 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.

Is Ayala a Common or Rare Name?

Ayala is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ayala Mean?

Ayala means "noble" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ayala in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Ayala Most Popular?

The name Ayala reached peak popularity in 2023, with 74 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ayala?

Approximately 91,108 people named Ayala live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 91,108. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,638 Americans.

Is Ayala a rare name?

Ayala is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,638 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ayala mean?

Ayala means "noble" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Ayala more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Ayala are male and 100% are female.

When was Ayala most popular?

Ayala peaked in 2023 with 74 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US91,108
All-Time Births91,108
1 in X1 in 3,638
RarityUncommon
GenderFemale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2023
World Rank#109,804
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.