Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 02, 2024

Shakayla

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Jamaican

Meaning: Pretty; Slim and fair

Shakayla is a feminine name of Jamaican and Arabic origin with the sweet meaning of “pretty.” It is a variant of the Yiddish name Kayla, which means “slim and fair.” Other variations of the name include Kelila or Kaila. Kayla is often used as a nickname for Mikayla and is also a given name that has been growing in popularity since the 1930s. Shakayla is a beautiful name that can represent the beauty baby will bring and see in the world.