"Kayla" meaning in English

See Kayla in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

IPA: /ˈkeɪ.lə/ [US]
Etymology: A modern invention possibly based on Kay or Michaela; possibly formed on the pattern of Layla. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Kayla
  1. A female given name Categories (topical): English female given names, English given names
    Sense id: en-Kayla-en-name-44it7l9B Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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