Laurel or crown; also a variant of Kayla
Khaila is primarily a modern phonetic variant of Kayla. It likely derives from the Hebrew name Kelila, meaning 'crown of laurel,' or as a diminutive of the Arabic name Khalila, meaning 'immortal' or 'beloved friend.' In the US, it is often chosen for its unique spelling and soft, contemporary sound.
Less common today
Khaila isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,805 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
