Name Profile
Isla
“Island” — Scottish
GirlScottish2 syllablesCurrent rank #35 (2024)
About Isla
Capturing the rugged beauty of the Scottish landscape, the enchanting girl's name Isla simply means "island." It has swiftly become a modern favorite, prized for its breezy, lyrical sound and understated elegance. Isla is a wonderfully chic and evocative choice that feels both worldly and wonderfully light.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginScottish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Isla
Isy
Popularity in the U.S.
Isla ranks #35 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 5,367 births..
Isla popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Isla had 5,367 births in 2024.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2,272 | #142 |
| 2016 | 2,519 | #127 |
| 2017 | 2,878 | #103 |
| 2018 | 3,408 | #82 |
| 2019 | 4,038 | #56 |
| 2020 | 4,538 | #44 |
| 2021 | 5,540 | #34 |
| 2022 | 5,284 | #36 |
| 2023 | 5,381 | #33 |
| 2024 | 5,367 | #35 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Isla Rose
- Isla Claire
- Isla June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Isla mean?
Isla is commonly linked to the meaning Island and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Isla a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Isla ranks #35 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 5,367 births..
What are common nicknames for Isla?
Popular nicknames include Isy.