Rayla

Rayla is a modern name with several possible inspirations, including the word ray and familiar names such as Rae or Kayla. Its resemblance to those forms does not establish one certain ancient meaning. A family may use it as an elaboration or an honor name, with that personal intention explaining more than a list of speculative translations.

The character Rayla in the animated series The Dragon Prince gives it a specific fictional association. Her connection with moon imagery may make “moonbeam” an attractive interpretation, but there is no need to assume that the creators combined the Turkish name Ayla with ray without confirmation. The documented character provides a clear cultural story even when the literal etymology remains open.