Nylah
Nylah is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Attainer, achiever, or winner.
Origin and history
Nylah is a modern variation of the Arabic name Naila, which means winner, achiever, or successful one. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the United States over recent decades, particularly in the 2000s. Its modern spelling with an 'h' appeals to contemporary parents looking for a soft yet distinctive soft-ending name.
Popularity in the United States
13,739 babies in the United States have been named Nylah since 1880. It ranks #1351 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #422.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.7 %)
- NY (9.3 %)
- CA (8.7 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- GA (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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,008 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,192 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,390 |
Fun facts
- Nylah is a popular modern phonetic spelling of the traditional Arabic name Naila.
- The name has entered frequent usage in the United States mostly within the 21st century.