Naila
Fact sheet
- Name
- Naila
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Naila (Naïla) or Na'ilah (نائلة) is an Arabic girl's name that can be seen as the feminine form of Nail.
What does the name Naila mean?
Naila (Naïla) or Na'ilah (نائلة) is an Arabic girl's name that can be seen as the feminine form of Nail. Literally translated from Arabic to English, the name means 'she who achieves her goals', 'the achiever', 'the successful one', 'the winner', or also 'the blessed one'. The origin of Naila lies in the Arabic language, guided by the word nā'il (نائل) meaning 'someone who (achieves their goals)' or nala meaning 'to achieve'. Colloquially, the name is also referred to in Arabic as 'the particularly beautiful one', 'the untouchable', 'the welcome one', or 'the morning breeze', with 'the lioness' being another possible interpretation. Other variants include Nayla, Naili, Nailia, Nailya, and Naile.
Where does the name Naila come from?
Etymology Naila is a feminine given name of Arabic origin with meanings such as 'the blessed one' or 'the winner' and others.
How do you pronounce Naila?
Sound & pronunciation of Naila: The name Naila is two syllables and rhythmically balanced. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Nai-la' [ˈnaɪ̯la], starting with a diphthong that conveys movement and liveliness. The following 'la' sounds soft and rounded. The combination of a clear beginning and a gentle ending gives the name a harmonious tension. Naila thus appears elegant and self-assured - soft, yet present and clearly defined.
Popularity
Naila is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 393rd on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Naila has been given as a first name about 930 times, placing it 534th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 532nd. Worldwide popularity and frequency of Naila can be seen in the recent rankings of Naila in the baby name charts of individual countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Nai / Naili / Nails / Naki / Nakka / Nala / Nalin
Similar first names
Famous people
- Naila Boss (English rapper)
- Naila Nayem (actress from Bangladesh)
- Naila Nazir (Pakistani cricketer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Naila
What does the name Naila mean?
The name Naila means 'she who achieves her goals', 'the successful one', or 'the blessed one'.
Where does the name Naila come from?
Naila has its origin in the Arabic language and is the feminine form of Nail.
How popular is the name Naila?
Naila is increasingly popular in various cultures, especially in Arabic-speaking countries.