Baila

Baila is a feminine given name of Yiddish origin, derived from the Yiddish word meaning ‘beautiful.’ It has been used among Ashkenazi Jewish communities for generations. The name is sometimes spelled Bayla or Beila, reflecting different transliterations from Yiddish. Baila is distinct from the Spanish verb ‘baila,’ which means ‘dance,’ but as a given name, its roots are firmly in Yiddish tradition. Notable bearers include Baila Goldenthal, a Yiddish theater actress active in the early twentieth century.