Nabila
Nabila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Noble and honourable”.
| Meaning | Noble and honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نبيلة |
| Pronunciation | nah-BEE-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Egypt, Bangladesh, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Nabila
Nabila, said nah-BEE-lah, is the girls' form of Nabil and carries the same sense of honour and dignity. Both come from the Arabic root n-b-l, which means to be noble, so the name pictures a woman of graceful, upright character. It has deep roots in Egypt and the Maghreb, and it is equally at home in Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia. Pakistani and Indian families tend to spell it Nabeela, and Nabilah is another frequent form.
Is Nabila a Muslim name?
Muslim families value Nabila for its Arabic meaning of honour and nobility. It sits comfortably within Islamic naming as a name of good character.
How popular is Nabila?
Nabila is popular across North Africa and in Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Nabila
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Spellings and variants of Nabila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nabila mean?
Nabila means 'Noble and honourable'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nabila a Muslim name?
Muslim families value Nabila for its Arabic meaning of honour and nobility. It sits comfortably within Islamic naming as a name of good character.
How do you pronounce Nabila?
Nabila is pronounced nah-BEE-lah.
Is Nabila a boy or girl name?
Nabila is usually a girl name.