Coila
Meaning
"from the narrow strait"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #49,179
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Coi
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"from the narrow strait"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
"blessed, happy"
Origin: Greek
Makhari is more popular, ranked #3074 vs #49179 for Coila.
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Makhari is more popular, ranked #3074 compared to Coila at #49179 in the United States.
Coila means "from the narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Makhari means "blessed, happy" (Greek origin).
Coila is primarily a girl name. Makhari is primarily a boy name.