Beyla

Beyla is a traditional Nordic name for girls, originating from Norse mythology. Translated, it means 'the little bean'.

What does the name Beyla mean?

Beyla is a historical female first name with roots in Norse mythology. The German translation is 'the little bean'. The name originates from Old Norse and derives from the term Baunila, which means both 'the little bean' and 'the little swelling'. Additionally, Beyla is considered a Yiddish form of the name Baila (ביילאַ), a variant of Beyle (ביילע), which means 'the white one'. In Norse mythology, Beyla was the servant of the god Freyr and married to Bryggvir. Possible variants include Bejla and Boyla.

Where does the name Beyla come from?

The etymology of Beyla lies in Old Norse and refers to the meaning 'the little bean'. The word composition Baunila consists of the Old Norse terms for 'the little bean' and 'the little swelling'. The name is common in languages such as Old Norwegian, Old Swedish, and Yiddish.

How do you pronounce Beyla?

The pronunciation of Beyla is soft and flowing, consisting of two syllables. The name is pronounced as 'Bey-la' [ˈbeɪla], with the open diphthong harmonizing with a gentle ending syllable. The bright vowel sequence gives the name a light, almost swinging sound. Beyla radiates friendliness, softness, and elegance, conveying a harmonious, open presence.

When is the name day of Beyla?

The name day for Beyla is celebrated on May 25.

Popularity

In Germany, Beyla is a rather rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 4,092nd on the list of the most common female first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 11,574th. Current rankings for Beyla's worldwide popularity and frequency can be found in the name charts of various countries.