Sejla is a unique and captivating female given name of Slavic origin, derived from the word 'seja' which means 'moon'. It is also connected to the Bosnian word 'sejla', meaning 'lunar'. This name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among the Bosnian and Herzegovinian communities. Spelling variations include Seylla and Seyla, but Sejla remains the most common form. As a unisex name, it is also sometimes used for males, although its usage is far more prevalent among females. The name Sejla is often paired with surnames such as Sejdic,basic, and Avdic when appearing in records or on social media platforms. It rolls off the tongue with a melodic rhythm, starting with the soft 's' sound followed by the gentle 'ej' combination, ending with a lively 'la'. The name has a distinct and pleasing cadence that sets it apart from more commonly used names.
The name Sejla appears to have had its peak popularity between 2003 and 2005 with 15 births each year during those years. However, the number of births has been steadily decreasing since then, with only 6 births recorded in 2014. Over the span of these years, a total of 118 children named Sejla were born.