Possibly a variant of Mahala meaning tender or marrow
Mahayla is a rare phonetic variant of the biblical name Mahala or the Hebrew name Mahalia. It is often associated with the Hebrew word for 'tenderness' or 'infirmity,' though in modern usage it is frequently chosen for its melodic, multi-syllabic sound. Its usage in the US is very infrequent, offering a unique alternative to more common names like Michaela or Maya.
Less common today
Mahayla isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,006 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
