US Popularity Rank: 252

Origin: Turkish

Meaning: Halo of light around the moon; Oak tree; Deer; Gazelle

Ayla is a feminine name of Turkish and Hebrew origin. In Turkish, this illuminating moniker means "halo of light around the moon," and would be an apt choice for astrologically-included parents. It is also possibly related to other Turkish names like Aylin, Tülin, or Aylanur. In Hebrew, Ayla is said to mean either "oak tree," or "deer" and "gazelle." Ayla grew in popularity in the late 1980s, after the film adaptation of the book The Clan of the Cave Bear, which featured a character with this name. Ayla is a an original and meaningful choice that will certainly connect baby to the world around them!