Ayla
Ayla is a Muslim girl name meaning “Halo of light around the moon”.
| Meaning | Halo of light around the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | AY-lah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ayla
Ayla is a Turkish name meaning the halo of light around the moon, from ay, 'moon'. It became internationally popular through the 2017 Turkish film Ayla. The same spelling is also a Hebrew name meaning 'oak tree', which is unrelated.
Is Ayla a Muslim name?
Ayla is a Turkish name widely used by Muslim families in Turkey and abroad. It is not Arabic but its meaning fits well with Islamic naming.
Where is the name Ayla used?
Popular in Turkey, the Balkans and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Ayla
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Spellings and variants of Ayla
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayla mean?
Ayla means 'Halo of light around the moon'. It comes from Turkish.
Is Ayla a Muslim name?
Ayla is a Turkish name widely used by Muslim families in Turkey and abroad. It is not Arabic but its meaning fits well with Islamic naming.
How do you pronounce Ayla?
Ayla is pronounced AY-lah.