Jeylah
Meaning of Jeylah
Jeylah is a contemporary feminine name that appears to have taken shape in the United States, likely as a stylistic offshoot of Jayla—a name sometimes traced to the Arabic root jala, “to ascend,” and sometimes explained as a blend of Jay plus Kayla or Layla. Pronounced JAY-luh (/dʒeɪ lə/), it offers a crisp two-syllable rhythm while the unexpected “ey” spelling sets it apart from its better-known cousin. In federal birth records, Jeylah sits in what demographers might drily label the “rare but recurring” bracket: since 2011 it has registered only five to fourteen newborns a year, hovering around the 900s in national rank. The result is a name that feels familiar to the ear yet uncommon on classroom rosters—distinctive without being daunting. Although it lacks an extensive literary pedigree, Jeylah carries modern connotations of upward motion and evening serenity, affording parents a quietly original choice with a touch of poetic lift.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JAY-luh (/dʒeɪ lə/)
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