Twila

What does the baby name Twila mean? Learn about what Twila means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Twila - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Twila: T-W-I-L-A, is a 5-letter male given name.
Meaning of Twila: Twilight.
Origin of Twila: The name 'Twila' has its origins in the English language. It is derived from the word 'twilight', which refers to the period of the day between daylight and darkness. The name 'Twila' was created as a variation of the word to be used as a given name for girls.; American Names
Popularity of Twila: The name 'Twila' gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century. It reached its peak in the 1930s and 1940s when it was among the top 500 most popular names for girls. However, its popularity gradually declined over the years.; Twila currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Twila.

Etymology of Twila

The etymology of the name 'Twila' is closely linked to the English word 'twilight'. The word 'twilight' originated from the Old English word 'twi', meaning 'two', and 'light', referring to the illumination during that time of day. The name 'Twila' was created by modifying the spelling of 'twilight' to be used as a personal name.

Cultural Significance of Twila

The name 'Twila' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a modern name that was created based on the English word 'twilight'. It does not have any specific cultural connotations or associations.