Twila

Meaning of Twila

Twila is a feminine name of English origin, pronounced TWY-luh (/twaɪˈlə/), believed to have emerged as a variant of Twyla, itself a poetic nod to “twilight.” It first appears in early 20th-century American birth records and enjoyed steady growth through mid-century—peaking in the 1950s and again in the 1970s—before settling into a niche ranking. In 2024, thirty-eight newborn girls were named Twila, placing it at 912th on the Social Security chart. With its soft consonants and subtle allusion to dusk’s quiet beauty, Twila carries a vintage charm. While it may not eclipse more fashionable choices, it offers a distinctive, lightly literary option for discerning parents.