Gayla

Meaning of Gayla

Gayla is a female name with English origins. It is pronounced as GAY-luh (/ˈɡeɪlə/). This name has variations such as Gaila. Gayla has been given to newborns in Indiana since the mid-1940s, with varying levels of popularity over the years. In recent decades, it has been moderately used, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 26 per year. While not as common as some other names, Gayla carries a sense of uniqueness and charm for those seeking a less conventional choice for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as GAY-luh (/ˈɡeɪlə/)

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Notable People Named Gayla

Gayla Rienette Peevey, a former singer and child star from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is best known for her recording of "I Want a Hippopotamus For Christmas" at the age of 10, and later had a minor hit with the song "Robot Man" under the name Jamie Horton.
Gayla Trail is a Canadian writer, gardener, designer, and photographer, known for founding the website You Grow Girl.
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