Nikayla is of American origin, derived from the name Nicole combined with the suffix 'a'. It means 'victory of the people', inspired by the Latin word 'victo' meaning victory, and the Old French 'populus' meaning people. This unique moniker gained popularity in the late 20th century but remains less common than its root name Nicole.
The name Nikayla experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over the years. With only 10 births recorded in 1988, it was quite uncommon at first. However, by 1994, there were already 30 babies named Nikayla, suggesting an increasing trend of parents choosing this name for their daughters. The peak came between 1997 and 2005, with the highest number of births occurring in 1998 (64) and 2005 (65). After that period, there was a steady decline in popularity, with only single-digit numbers recorded from 2013 onwards. In recent years, Nikayla has been among the least popular names, with just five births each year between 2020 and 2023.