How Many People Are Named Baila?
Complete statistics for the name Baila: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Baila means 'dance' in Sanskrit, fitting for a lively name. Only 1 in 102,201 Americans share this rare female name, with just 3,229 people named Baila alive today. The majority, 84%, are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 7 traditionally represents introspection, spirituality, and wisdom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 17All 3,268 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Baila Through the Generations
Baila has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in 2024 when 155 babies were given this name, marking its peak. With an average age of 17, most people named Baila are young adults, with 2,747 under 30 years old. This trend reflects a newer generation embracing the name, which is also popular outside the U.S., especially in India.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Baila's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Baila
How Many People Have the Name Baila?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,229 people in the United States currently share the name Baila. That works out to roughly 1 in every 102,201 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Baila a Common or Rare Name?
Baila is classified as Very Rare. 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 Baila Mean?
Baila means "dance" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Baila in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Baila Most Popular?
The name Baila reached peak popularity in 2024, with 155 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 Baila?
Approximately 3,229 people named Baila live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,268. That works out to roughly 1 in 102,201 Americans.
Is Baila a rare name?
Baila is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 102,201 Americans has this name.
What does the name Baila mean?
Baila means "dance" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Baila more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Baila are male and 100% are female.
When was Baila most popular?
Baila peaked in 2024 with 155 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.