UK girl's name
Amayla
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "hope" or "aspirations".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Amayla is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Amayla popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2021 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Amayla is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Amayla. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Amayla ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 3 girls were registered as Amayla.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Amayla as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5581
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2021
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Amayla mean?
The name Amayla is a beautiful and intriguing name with origins that can be traced back to various ancient cultures and languages. It is believed to have its roots in the Sanskrit language, originating from the Indian subcontinent during the ancient Vedic period. The name Amayla is derived from the Sanskrit word "amala," which means pure, immaculate, or unblemished.
In Hindu mythology, Amayla was the name given to a celestial nymph celebrated for her unparalleled beauty and grace. This association with divinity and purity added a sacred and auspicious connotation to the name. Interestingly, variations of the name, such as Amala, Amalya, and Amalya, can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and religious texts, further solidifying its cultural significance.
The name Amayla also finds resonance in the Persian language, where it is considered a variation of the name Amala or Amal. In Persian culture, the name is associated with concepts of hope, aspiration, and perseverance. Historical records suggest that the name Amayla was borne by several notable figures, including Amayla Khanum, a renowned Persian poet and calligrapher who lived in the 17th century.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Amayla can be found in the ancient Greek literature. Amayla was the name of a character in the epic poem "Argonautica" by Apollonius Rhodius, written in the 3rd century BCE. In the poem, Amayla was described as a beautiful and brave warrior-princess from the land of Colchis.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Amayla. Among them was Amayla of Cordoba, a 10th-century Andalusian princess renowned for her patronage of the arts and sciences during the Golden Age of Islamic Spain. Another remarkable figure was Amayla Jamal, a 19th-century Syrian poet and activist who advocated for women's rights and education.
In more recent times, Amayla has been the name of several influential personalities, including Amayla Zauditu, the Empress of Ethiopia from 1916 to 1930, and Amayla Kemal, a pioneering Turkish feminist and author who lived in the early 20th century.
While the name Amayla may have diverse cultural origins, its enduring appeal and meaning have transcended boundaries, making it a timeless and cherished name across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Amayla by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Amayla was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5581 | 3 | 1 |
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- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Amayla: questions and answers
How popular is the name Amayla in the UK right now?
In 2021, Amayla was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Amayla most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 3 babies registered as Amayla in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Amayla?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "hope" or "aspirations".
How many people are called Amayla in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Amayla across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.