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Twyla

TWY-lah

Popularity

#3943

rising

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

7,133

Peak Year

#194 in 1964

First Recorded

1905

Style

Earthy & Bohemian, Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Twyla is an American name, likely a modern invention. It's potentially derived from the French 'toile,' meaning 'linen' or 'canvas'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Twyla Tharp

    American dancer, choreographer, and author

  • Twyla Paris

    American contemporary Christian music singer

Nicknames

Personality Traits

creativeuniqueartisticindependent

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