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Baila

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Pronounced BY-lah /ˈbaɪ.lə/Low

Meaning: Dance, to dance with joyLow

In 30 seconds: Baila is a beautiful Yiddish name meaning dance or to dance, from the Yiddish bailen. Used in Ashkenazi Jewish communities for generations, it connects the joy of movement, celebration, and life through the simple act of dancing.
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Origin LowYiddish, Hebrew
MeaningDance, to dance with joy
U.S. rank (2025)#1467 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births146 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,414

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419552025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Baila derives from the Yiddish word bailen meaning to dance. It has been used as a given name in Ashkenazi Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and the United States for many generations, expressing the wish for a joyful, celebratory life.

Baila is used primarily in Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities. Its Yiddish heritage gives it a warm, cultural depth. The name also appears in Sephardic Jewish communities with slightly different spelling.

Did you know? In Jewish tradition, dance has always been a form of divine worship and communal joy. The biblical Miriam danced after crossing the Red Sea, and Hasidic Judaism emphasizes joyful dance as a path to closeness with God — giving the name Baila deep spiritual resonance.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Baila

Variations

BaylaBaileBaylee

Nicknames

BaiBaily

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Rivka— Classic Ashkenazi feminine name of same community
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Frequently Asked

What does Baila mean?

Baila means dance in Yiddish, from the word bailen meaning to dance with joy.

Is Baila a Jewish name?

Yes, Baila is a Yiddish name used in Ashkenazi Jewish communities, particularly among Orthodox and Hasidic families.

How do you pronounce Baila?

Baila is pronounced BY-lah with two syllables.

What names are similar to Baila?

Similar Jewish names include Shira, Rivka, and Devorah.

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