Teyla
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Teyla first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 319 babies have been named Teyla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Teyla is past its peak , currently ranked #49,524 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,524
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Teyla
Teyla is a girl name .
Teyla is currently ranked #49,524 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Teyla include Tey, Teie, and Teykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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