Variation of Anila, meaning air or wind
Ahnyla is a modern American phonetic variation of the Sanskrit name Anila. In Hindu mythology, Anila is the name of the god of wind, one of the eight Vasus. The spelling with the 'h' and 'y' is a contemporary stylistic choice popular in the United States to create a unique visual profile.
Less common today
Ahnyla isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,882 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).