Twyla is an American invented name — likely a phonetic variant of Twilight or a creative combination of similar sounds — that carries a distinctly Southern and vintage American character. The name's most famous bearer is choreographer Twyla Tharp, whose influence on American dance is foundational. On a pet, Twyla reads as the choice of an owner with arts-world sensibilities or a fondness for names that feel made-up in the best possible way.
Twyla Tharp Association
Twyla Tharp — who choreographed for Mikhail Baryshnikov and created works that merged ballet with pop music — gave the name cultural cachet in arts circles. A pet named Twyla from an owner who dances, choreographs, or loves contemporary performance is an elegant tribute. Whippets and Greyhounds , athletic, graceful, built for movement , suit the name's performance energy.
Schitt's Creek Revival
Twyla Sands, the warm-hearted waitress in Schitt's Creek, gave the name a softer, more accessible pop-culture reading for a new generation. The character's quiet loyalty and unexpected depth made Twyla a name associated with overlooked sweetness.
The Counter-Reading: Spelling Challenge
Twyla will be spelled Twila, Twyla, or Twilah interchangeably. The human name Twyla has the same issue. Browse artistic pet names at pet names.