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Lila vs Kayla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lila

Girl #207 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine play"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

English Indian Persian Arabic German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#207
Total SSA Count
1,475
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kayla

Girl #336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crown of laurels"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#336
Total SSA Count
931
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lila Rank #207
Kayla Rank #336

Lila is more popular, ranked #207 vs #336 for Kayla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lila or Kayla more popular?

Lila is more popular, ranked #207 compared to Kayla at #336 in the United States.

What do Lila and Kayla mean?

Lila means "divine play" (Sanskrit origin). Kayla means "crown of laurels" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lila and Kayla boy or girl names?

Lila is primarily a girl name. Kayla is primarily a girl name.

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