Gayla

Gayla is an English given name that arose as a variant spelling of Gayle, itself a feminine form of Gale, which derives from the Old English word gagol, meaning jovial or lively. The name gained popularity in the mid-twentieth century alongside other short, bright-sounding feminine names. Related forms include Gale, Gayle, and Gail, the last of which became the most widely used spelling in English-speaking countries.