Shelter or protection
Skila is a rare name likely derived from the Germanic root 'skilo', meaning to divide or protect, or as a modern variation of the Greek Scylla. In some contexts, it is associated with the Old Norse word for shelter. It remains an uncommon choice in the United States, offering a unique sound similar to names like Skylar or Mila.
Less common today
Skila isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,502 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
