A name of modern American creation, possibly related to Jacklyn.
Jakala is a contemporary American name with no singular established etymology. It is likely a creative blend or a rhythmic variation of names like Jakayla or Jacklyn, often chosen for its unique sound and modern flair. In some literary contexts, it is associated with Rudyard Kipling's works, though it is rarely used as a personal name in that tradition.
Less common today
Jakala isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,172 in 2004.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The giant crocodile who appears in the Mowgli stories Β· The Jungle Book