UK girl's name
Skyla
A feminine name derived from the word "sky", symbolizing vastness and freedom.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Skyla is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Skyla popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #315, with 137 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 401 births.
This profile covers 4,167 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, NRS Scotland and NISRA Northern Ireland, 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.
The latest count is about 34% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 4,301 living people in the UK are called Skyla. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Skyla ranked #315 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 137 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 401 girls were registered as Skyla.
- • Skyla ranks best in Northern Ireland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #418 in 2022.
- • About 4,301 living people in the UK are estimated to have Skyla as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#315
2024
Births in 2024
137
Latest year
Peak year
2015
401 births
Estimated living
4,301
2026
Meaning
What does Skyla mean?
The name Skyla is a relatively modern invention, likely derived from the English word "sky." It does not have a direct linguistic origin or history dating back to ancient times. However, there are a few theories about its potential inspiration and roots.
One possibility is that Skyla is a variation of the name Skylar, which itself is a combination of the words "sky" and "lark" (a type of bird). The name Skylar gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and Skyla may have emerged as a spin-off or alternative spelling.
Another theory suggests that Skyla is a blend of the words "sky" and the Greek name "Lia," which means "bearer of good news." This combination could symbolize a connection to the heavens or a celestial connotation.
While Skyla may not have a rich historical background, it carries a whimsical and nature-inspired essence, evoking images of the vast expanse of the sky. Its modern origin means that there are no known references to the name in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from earlier periods.
As for notable individuals named Skyla, the name is relatively uncommon, and there are not many famous figures bearing this name throughout history. However, here are a few examples of individuals with the first name Skyla:
1. Skyla Novea, an American actress known for her roles in television series such as "The Originals" and "Queen Sugar." 2. Skyla Violet, a Canadian singer-songwriter and music producer. 3. Skyla Madria, an American model and social media influencer. 4. Skyla Whitt, an American professional wrestler, also known as "Skyla Baby." 5. Skyla Vaughan, an American artist and painter known for her abstract and contemporary works.
It's important to note that due to the relatively modern origin of the name Skyla, there may not be extensive historical records or notable figures from earlier eras bearing this name. As a contemporary name, its usage and popularity may evolve over time, potentially leading to more individuals with this name gaining recognition in various fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Skyla over time
The chart below shows babies named Skyla registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Skyla, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 137 births in 2024, compared with 401 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Skyla by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Skyla 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 | #269 | 893 | 5 |
| 2010s | #199 | 2,850 | 10 |
| 2000s | #887 | 408 | 10 |
| 1990s | #2914 | 16 | 3 |
Geography
Where Skyla is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Skyla. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Skyla ranks best in Northern Ireland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #418 in 2022.
Across the UK
Skyla in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#541 in 2024
16 years of NRS records, 124 total registered
Northern Ireland (NISRA)
#418 in 2022
8 years of NISRA records, 30 total registered
Related
Names similar to Skyla
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Skyla: questions and answers
How popular is the name Skyla in the UK right now?
In 2024, Skyla was ranked #315 for girls in England and Wales, with 137 births registered.
When was Skyla most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 401 babies registered as Skyla in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Skyla?
A feminine name derived from the word "sky", symbolizing vastness and freedom.
How many people are called Skyla in the UK?
A total of 4,167 babies have been registered as Skyla across the 28 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 124 more in Scotland and 30 in Northern Ireland.
Where is Skyla most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Skyla ranks best in Northern Ireland, where it placed #418 in 2022. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.