Twyla

Twyla is a American girl's name. Possibly derived from twilight. Has dance connections through choreographer Twyla Tharp and a whimsical, distinctive sound.

How popular is Twyla in the United States?

In 2024, 38 girls in the United States were named Twyla, making it the 3,943rd most popular girl's name that year.

Its position has held steady, at 4,445th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 1964, with 194 births.

Records for Twyla go back to 1905, and 7,133 babies have been given the name since.

What Twyla means and where it comes from

Possibly derived from twilight. Has dance connections through choreographer Twyla Tharp and a whimsical, distinctive sound.

Twyla is of American origin, described as artistic in style.

Is Twyla a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 38 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Twyla

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Twyla mean?

Possibly derived from twilight. Has dance connections through choreographer Twyla Tharp and a whimsical, distinctive sound.

Where does the name Twyla come from?

Twyla is of American origin, and is usually described as artistic in style.

How popular is Twyla in the United States?

In 2024, 38 girls in the United States were named Twyla, making it the 3,943rd most popular girl's name that year.

Is Twyla a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 38 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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