Naaila
Naaila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who attains her goal”.
| Meaning | One who attains her goal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نائلة |
| Pronunciation | NAH-ee-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Naaila
Naaila is a spelling of the Arabic Nāʾila, the feminine of Nāʾil, meaning one who attains. Its root n-y-l is about obtaining what is sought. The best-known bearer was Nāʾila bint al-Furāfiṣa, married to ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan, the third caliph. When he was assassinated she tried to shield him and lost her fingers in the attempt, a story that has kept her name alive.
Is Naaila a Muslim name?
Naaila is remembered through the courage of Nāʾila, who defended the caliph ʿUthman. Her loyalty gives the name a moving story for Muslim families.
How popular is Naaila?
Used throughout the Arab world and South Asia, with Nayla common in Lebanon.
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Spellings and variants of Naaila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naaila mean?
Naaila means 'One who attains her goal'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Naaila a Muslim name?
Naaila is remembered through the courage of Nāʾila, who defended the caliph ʿUthman. Her loyalty gives the name a moving story for Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Naaila?
Naaila is pronounced NAH-ee-lah.
Is Naaila a boy or girl name?
Naaila is usually a girl name.