Ajla

girlBosnian; usually linked to Turkish Ayla

Ajla is a Muslim girl name meaning “Generally explained as moon halo, glow”.

MeaningGenerally explained as moon halo, glow
GenderGirl
OriginBosnian; usually linked to Turkish Ayla
PronunciationEYE-lah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Ajla

Ajla is a Bosnian girls' name, written with the j that Bosnian uses for the y sound, so it is pronounced like Ayla. It is usually treated as a local form of the Turkish Ayla, 'halo around the moon', although some derive it from Arabic. It became very popular among Bosniak families from the late 20th century.

Is Ajla a Muslim name?

Yes, Ajla is widely used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the Balkans. It is not a classical Arabic name; it is generally linked to Turkish Ayla.

Where is the name Ajla used?

Very common among Bosniaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sandžak and the diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Ajla

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ajla mean?

Ajla means 'Generally explained as moon halo, glow'. It comes from Bosnian; usually linked to Turkish Ayla.

Is Ajla a Muslim name?

Yes, Ajla is widely used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the Balkans. It is not a classical Arabic name; it is generally linked to Turkish Ayla.

How do you pronounce Ajla?

Ajla is pronounced EYE-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.