How Many People Are Named Dayla?

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

Dayla
Very Rare
Modern English or possibly Hebrew-influenced

Dayla has a unique sound, barely making it into the top 1,000 names ever born in the US. There are only 1,966 people named Dayla living in the US today, that's 1 in 167,842. It peaked in 2022 with 87 births, showing it's a modern choice.

~1,966
Living in US
1 in 167,842
Americans
2022
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A modern name possibly related to 'day' or a variant of Dalya/Kayla.
🌐
Origin
Modern English or possibly Hebrew-influenced
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Bright Gentle Creative Independent
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is traditionally linked to introspection, spiritual seeking, and a deep inner wisdom. People with this life path number tend to be thoughtful and analytical, drawn to understanding the deeper truths of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,029
Worldwide Bearers
#172,499
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,966
🇨🇴 Colombia
16
🇷🇺 Russia
9
🇵🇪 Peru
7
🇨🇱 Chile
5
🇮🇹 Italy
3
🇩🇰 Denmark
2
🇳🇬 Nigeria
2
🇸🇳 Senegal
2
🇨🇭 Switzerland
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,966 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
1,464
Would be under 30 (73%)
454
Would be 30–60 (23%)
90
Would be over 60 (4%)

All 2,008 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: 2022

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
92
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

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

📜 Dayla Through the Generations

The name Dayla has a distinct journey. With just 2,008 total births across all time, it’s clear why it feels so rare. However, the fact that 73% of those named Dayla are under 30 makes it feel much more contemporary. This contrasts sharply with the estimated 1,966 living today, highlighting a significant gap between past popularity and current presence. The peak year of 2022, with 87 births, underscores its recent surge in usage, making it a modern, newer-generation name. Despite the relatively low total births, the stable trend and high percentage of younger individuals suggest ongoing appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 167
California 105
Florida 64
North Carolina 23
Georgia 21
New York 17
Ohio 11
Arizona 6
Tennessee 5

✨ Similar Names to Dayla

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Dayla's Modern English or possibly Hebrew-influenced roots

📄 About the Name Dayla

How Many People Have the Name Dayla?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,966 people in the United States currently share the name Dayla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 167,842 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dayla a Common or Rare Name?

Dayla 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 Dayla Mean?

Dayla means "A modern name possibly related to 'day' or a variant of Dalya/Kayla." and comes from Modern English or possibly Hebrew-influenced origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Dayla Most Popular?

The name Dayla reached peak popularity in 2022, with 87 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Dayla?

Approximately 1,966 people named Dayla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,008. That works out to roughly 1 in 167,842 Americans.

Is Dayla a rare name?

Dayla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 167,842 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dayla mean?

Dayla means "A modern name possibly related to 'day' or a variant of Dalya/Kayla." and comes from Modern English or possibly Hebrew-influenced origins.

Is Dayla more male or female?

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

When was Dayla most popular?

Dayla peaked in 2022 with 87 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US1,966
All-Time Births2,008
1 in X1 in 167,842
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2022
World Rank#172,499
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.