Nailah
Nailah is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Attainer, achiever, or successful one.
Origin and history
Nailah is a feminine given name of Arabic origin meaning 'attainer' or 'successful one'. It has seen consistent, moderate usage in the United States over recent decades, praised for its melodic sound and positive meaning.
Popularity in the United States
4,848 babies in the United States have been named Nailah since 1880. It ranks #2513 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1309.
States where it is most popular
- NY (19.4 %)
- CA (18 %)
- FL (10.9 %)
- TX (10.3 %)
- GA (8.6 %)
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 | 138 |
| 1980-1990 | 206 |
| 1990-2000 | 592 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,212 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,866 |
| 2020-2029 | 834 |
Famous people named Nailah
- Nailah Blackman: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Derived from the Arabic root verb meaning to acquire, reach, or succeed.
- The name has maintained steady usage in the U.S. since entering the top 1000 in the late 20th century.