Jayla Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Jayla is often credited with African-American culture and has roots in modern American naming trends, combining the “Jay” sound with the popular suffix “la.”

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A Deep Dive

Jayla Overview

Meaning

To ascend, God will protect, blue-crested bird, supplanter, to heal, victory

Gender

Girl

Origin

Hebrew, Israeli, Latin, Greek, Sanskrit

Etymology

Derived from Hebrew “Jael,” meaning “mountain goat” or “to ascend.”​

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒeɪlə/

Popularity

Jayla enjoys popularity in the United States and various other regions. In 2023, it ranked as the 355th most popular name for girls in the USA​.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

4 (Orderly, Steady, Service-oriented)

Name Styles

Modern, Cute, Cool

Associated Traits

Modern, youthful, creative, graceful

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Jayla is sometimes linked to the biblical name Jaala​

Name Day

March 22nd (Poland)
A Deep Dive

Jayla Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Jaila, Jaylah, Jaela, Jaelah, Jaylina, Jaylene

Common Nicknames

Layla, J.J., Jay-Jay, Jaylee, Lala

Diminutives

Jay, Jaya, Jayl

Famous People

  • Jayla Marie
    (American Rapper)
  • Jayla Watson
    (American YouTuber)
  • Jayla Brown
    (American Dancer)
  • Jayla McQueen
    (American Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Jayla
    ("Star Trek Beyond," Film)
  • Jayla Caldwell
    ("Grey's Anatomy," TV Series)
  • Jayla Brown
    ("Degrassi: Next Class," TV Series)

What Is the Meaning of Jayla?

Jayla means “to ascend” or “victory,” derived from the Hebrew word “Jael.” The name suggests a person who is determined, ambitious, and destined to rise above challenges.

What Is the Origin of The Name Jayla?

Jayla has roots in Hebrew, where it is connected to the name “Jael,” meaning “mountain goat” or “to ascend.” It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in recent decades, blending modern sounds with traditional influences.

Jayla Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Jayla in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#3082021#3402022#3552023
Top 3 Rankings#992006#1172008#1282009

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Jayla

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023355
(-15 from 2022)
857
(-87 from 2022)
0.04899
2022340
(-32 from 2021)
944
(-94 from 2021)
0.05265
2021308
(-8 from 2020)
1038
(-35 from 2020)
0.05794
2020300
(-48 from 2019)
1073
(-211 from 2019)
0.06070
2019252
(-9 from 2018)
1284
(-62 from 2018)
0.06998
2018243
(-6 from 2017)
1346
(-2 from 2017)
0.07238
2017237
(-5 from 2016)
1348
(-42 from 2016)
0.07135
2016232
(+6 from 2015)
1390
(-3 from 2015)
0.07180
2015238
(-31 from 2014)
1393
(-230 from 2014)
0.07140
2014207
(-33 from 2013)
1623
(-216 from 2013)
0.08296
2013174
(-4 from 2012)
1839
(-8 from 2012)
0.09540
2012170
(-21 from 2011)
1847
(-242 from 2011)
0.09523
2011149
(-17 from 2010)
2089
(-292 from 2010)
0.10781
2010132
(-4 from 2009)
2381
(-157 from 2009)
0.12144
2009128
(-11 from 2008)
2538
(-389 from 2008)
0.12533
2008117
(+14 from 2007)
2927
(+302 from 2007)
0.14053
2007131
(-32 from 2006)
2625
(-785 from 2006)
0.12403
200699
(+98 from 2005)
3410
(+1645 from 2005)
0.16312
2005197
(+19 from 2004)
1765
(+204 from 2004)
0.08696
2004216
(-16 from 2003)
1561
(-100 from 2003)
0.07736
2003200
(+10 from 2002)
1661
(+90 from 2002)
0.08278
2002210
(+12 from 2001)
1571
(+149 from 2001)
0.07954
2001222
(+39 from 2000)
1422
(+163 from 2000)
0.07178
2000261
(+55 from 1999)
1259
(+277 from 1999)
0.06308
1999316
(+71 from 1998)
982
(+267 from 1998)
0.05044
1998387
(+74 from 1997)
715
(+171 from 1997)
0.03688
1997461
(+93 from 1996)
544
(+123 from 1996)
0.02849
1996554
(+140 from 1995)
421
(+114 from 1995)
0.02196
1995694
(+439 from 1994)
307
(+149 from 1994)
0.01598
19941133
(+104 from 1993)
158
(+18 from 1993)
0.00811
19931237
(+385 from 1992)
140
(+46 from 1992)
0.00710
19921622
(+118 from 1991)
94
(+11 from 1991)
0.00469
19911740
(+697 from 1990)
83
(+33 from 1990)
0.00408
19902437
(+277 from 1989)
50
(+9 from 1989)
0.00243
19892714
(-421 from 1988)
41
(-7 from 1988)
0.00206
19882293
(+486 from 1987)
48
(+13 from 1987)
0.00250
19872779
(-159 from 1986)
35
(-2 from 1986)
0.00187
19862620
(+708 from 1985)
37
(+11 from 1985)
0.00200
19853328
(-413 from 1984)
26
(-4 from 1984)
0.00141
19842915
(+1193 from 1983)
30
(+12 from 1983)
0.00166
19834108
(+418 from 1982)
18
(+2 from 1982)
0.00101
19824526
(+1046 from 1981)
16
(+4 from 1981)
0.00088
19815572
(-1580 from 1980)
12
(-7 from 1980)
0.00067
19803992
(+1101 from 1979)
19
(+6 from 1979)
0.00107
19795093
(+120 from 1978)
13
(+1 from 1978)
0.00075
19785213
(-561 from 1977)
12
(-2 from 1977)
0.00073
19774652
(+253 from 1976)
14
(+2 from 1976)
0.00085
19764905
(+1581 from 1975)
12
(+4 from 1975)
0.00076
19756486
(+1807 from 1972)
8
(+3 from 1972)
0.00051
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19730
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19728293
(-1931 from 1970)
5
(-2 from 1970)
0.00031
19710
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19706362
(-1872 from 1968)
7
(-3 from 1968)
0.00038
19690
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19684490
First SSA data recorded
10
First SSA data recorded
0.00058
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19630
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
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0
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0.0000
19550
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0
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0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19530
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0
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0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19470
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0
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0.0000
19460
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0.0000
19450
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0
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0.0000
19440
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0
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0.0000
19430
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0.0000
19420
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0.0000
19410
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0.0000
19400
No SSA data
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0.0000
19390
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0.0000
19380
No SSA data
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0.0000
19370
No SSA data
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0.0000
19360
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0.0000
19350
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0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19330
No SSA data
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0.0000
19320
No SSA data
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0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19270
No SSA data
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0.0000
19260
No SSA data
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0.0000
19250
No SSA data
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19240
No SSA data
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0.0000
19230
No SSA data
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19220
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19070
No SSA data
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0.0000
19060
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19050
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0.0000
19040
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19030
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19020
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19010
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19000
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18990
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18980
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18970
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18960
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18950
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18940
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18930
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18920
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18910
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18900
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18890
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18880
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18870
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18860
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18850
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18840
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18830
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18820
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18810
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18800
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0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Jayla

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2812021#3962022#3362023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2552021#2552022#2672023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2682021#2502022#2782023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2032021#2032022#3092023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3372021#2692022#3492023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#3282021#2552022#4362023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2352021#3252022#2832023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4962021#4752022#4562023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2752021#3302022#5442023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3832021#4462022#4222023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3312021#4052022#2432023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3452021#3982022#3172023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1842021#2672022#2772023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1792021#2742022#3502023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2522021#2042022#3872023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3332021#4102022#4622023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1842021#2362022#2572023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3462021#3492022#3742023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2452021#2752022#2962023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#5012021#5782022#6252023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#4392021#6792022#7862023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4382021#4582022#4432023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4172021#4452022#5102023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3202021#4092022#4582023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3752021#4962022#7212023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4112021#5202022#3122023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3542021#4202022#5332023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5072021#4622022#4012023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#3382021#4942022#5122023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2572021#1482022#2772023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#4072021#5512022#6132023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2802021#2732022#4522023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2622017#1502018#1882020

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2482020#2492021#1612023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3042021#3642022#2822023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1602012#3182013#3522014

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1182017#952018#2062020

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2342018#3972019#4412023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5282021#4962022#7162023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#6932021#6712022#6512023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1712012#1582020#1732021

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2562015#1342018#1332020

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2432015#2412016#1692017

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1932008#1262009#1842018

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4152006#4102014#3382015

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2572006#2442009#2342022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2122006#2322009

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1972010#2122014

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1832008

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1162010

Popularity Rankings for Jayla in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2822006#2562007#4142017

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#4342018#3362019#3332020

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#4702008

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#5142021#7612022#7022023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8602019#7452021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#8932009

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#9572021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Jayla a Name for Boys or Girls?

While Jayla can technically be unisex, it is predominantly given to girls due to its gentle and flowing pronunciation.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Jayla

Jayla in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Jayla Marie (Rapper, born 2004): An American rapper and social media personality who gained fame on "The Rap Game."
  • Jayla Watson (YouTuber, born 1997): An American YouTuber and beauty influencer known for her makeup tutorials and lifestyle content.
  • Jayla Brown (Dancer, born 2002): An American dancer and choreographer who has performed with several well-known dance companies.
  • Jayla McQueen (Actress, born 2001): An American actress who has appeared in various television shows and films.
  • Jayla Johnson (Athlete, born 1995): An American track and field athlete who has competed at the collegiate and national levels.
  • Jayla Parker (Author, born 1988): A British author recognized for her young adult fantasy novels.
  • Jayla ("Star Trek Beyond," 2016 Film): An alien scavenger who helps the USS Enterprise crew defeat a powerful enemy.
  • Jayla Caldwell ("Grey's Anatomy," 2005 TV Series): A patient with a complicated medical case that challenges the doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
  • Jayla Brown ("Degrassi: Next Class," 2016 TV Series): A student navigating the ups and downs of high school life.
  • "Jayla's Journey" (2019 Novel): Chronicles the adventures of a young girl named Jayla as she discovers her hidden powers.
  • Jayla Carter ("The Bold and the Beautiful," 1987 TV Series): A character who becomes entangled in the show's dramatic storylines.
  • "Jayla's Song" (2021 Song): A heartfelt ballad about overcoming obstacles and finding strength.
  • Jayla Village (Tibet, China): A small village located in the autonomous region of Tibet, featuring traditional Tibetan culture.
  • Jayla Reservoir (California, USA): A man-made reservoir in northern California, providing water supply and recreational activities.
  • Jayla Beach (Hawaii, USA): A scenic beach on the island of Oahu, popular for its clear waters and soft sand.
  • Jayla River (Queensland, Australia): A river flowing through Queensland, supporting local agriculture and wildlife.
  • Jayla Park (Ontario, Canada): A community park in Toronto, offering green spaces, playgrounds, and sports facilities.
  • Jayla Hill (Scotland, UK): A hill in the Scottish Highlands, offering panoramic views and hiking trails.
  • Jayla Forest (New South Wales, Australia): A protected forest area in New South Wales, known for its diverse flora and fauna.

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