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Naila

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Meaning

Attainer, achiever

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic نائلة
Urdu نائلہ
Persian نایلا
Bengali নায়লা
Pashto نائله

Alternate Spellings

Graceful and timeless, the name Naila is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Attainer, achiever', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Naila has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Naila comes from the Arabic root n-y-l, the same root behind Nael, meaning "to attain" or "to achieve." It is translated as "achiever."

Reference Profile

Etymology

The feminine form of Nail, from the Arabic root ن-ي-ل (n-y-l, 'to attain, achieve'). Naila means 'one who attains, achiever.'

Quranic Connection

From the root of nayl ('attaining'): 'You will never attain righteousness until you spend from that which you love' (3:92).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.