Nahla
Nahla is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
First drink of water, or a sip of water.
Origin and history
Nahla is a name of Arabic origin that traditionally means 'a drink of water' or 'first sip of water'. It gained broader visibility in the United States in the late 2000s and remains a moderately used contemporary choice. Its soft, gentle sound fits well with modern naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
3,236 babies in the United States have been named Nahla since 1880. It ranks #3126 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1446.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.9 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- FL (11.2 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- NC (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 14 |
| 1990-2000 | 58 |
| 2000-2010 | 364 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,129 |
| 2020-2029 | 666 |
Famous people named Nahla
- Nahla Ariela Aubry: Public Figure
Fun facts
- In classical Arabic, the word refers to the first drink of water that quenches thirst, giving it a metaphorically refreshing connotation.
- The name gained increased public familiarity in the U.S. after high-profile celebrity coverage in the late 2000s.