Unknown; possibly a variant of Zaila or Selah
The exact etymology of Zeyla is unclear, as it is a modern rare coinage. It may be a creative variation of the Arabic name Zaila, meaning 'night beauty,' or influenced by the Hebrew musical term Selah. Its phonetic appeal aligns with contemporary naming trends like Layla and Kehlani.
Less common today
Zeyla isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,992 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
