Ayla
Ayla is a Muslim girl name of Turkish origin, meaning “Moon's halo of light”.
| Meaning | Moon's halo of light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | AY-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Ayla
Ayla is a Turkish name that describes the soft ring of light that sometimes circles the moon on a clear night. It is built on ay, the Turkish word for 'moon', like many other Turkish names. The 2017 Turkish film Ayla, based on a true story, helped carry the name to audiences around the world. An unrelated Hebrew name with the same spelling means 'oak tree', so the two are easily confused.
Is Ayla a Muslim name?
Ayla is a Turkish name popular with Muslim families in Turkey and beyond; it is not Arabic, but its meaning suits Islamic naming well.
How popular is Ayla?
It is popular in Turkey, the Balkans and Turkish communities abroad.
Gifts with the name Ayla
- Ayla name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ayla
Names similar to Ayla
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayla mean?
Ayla means 'Moon's halo of light'. It is of Turkish origin.
Is Ayla a Muslim name?
Ayla is a Turkish name popular with Muslim families in Turkey and beyond; it is not Arabic, but its meaning suits Islamic naming well.
How do you pronounce Ayla?
Ayla is pronounced AY-lah.
Is Ayla a boy or girl name?
Ayla is usually a girl name.