Layia

Q: How popular is the name Layia?

Layia is ranked #19896 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #19,896 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Layia is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Layia often also consider Cliffie, Nekira, .

Popularity Over Time

#19,896

Current Rank

Rising Fast Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #19,896
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Lay Layie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Layia

Is Layia a boy or girl name?

Layia is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Layia?

Layia is currently ranked #19896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Layia?

Common nicknames for Layia include Lay and Layie.

Is Layia a common or rare name?

Layia is an uncommon name, ranked #19896 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Layia

Layia is a girl name .

Layia is currently ranked #19,896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Layia include Lay and Layie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.