نازیلا

Nazila

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Nazila is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Graceful, charming, delicate”.

MeaningGraceful, charming, delicate
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Written asنازیلا
Pronunciationnah-zee-LAH
TraditionMuslim
Used inIran, Caucasus, Afghanistan

Meaning and origin of Nazila

Nazila is formed from the Persian nāz, which means grace, charm or a playful coyness. The same element appears in names like Naz, Nazanin and Nazli. Nazila is popular in Iran and even more so in Azerbaijan, where it is a familiar women's name. Although it looks as if it might come from the Arabic root n-z-l, it does not; Nazileh and Nazilya are other forms.

Is Nazila a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Iran, Azerbaijan and Afghanistan use Nazila. It is a Persian name about grace rather than a religious one.

How popular is Nazila?

Nazila is common in Iran, Azerbaijan and among Afghan families.

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Spellings and variants of Nazila

NazilehNazilyaNazilla

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nazila mean?

Nazila means 'Graceful, charming, delicate'. It is of Persian origin.

Is Nazila a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Iran, Azerbaijan and Afghanistan use Nazila. It is a Persian name about grace rather than a religious one.

How do you pronounce Nazila?

Nazila is pronounced nah-zee-LAH.

Is Nazila a boy or girl name?

Nazila is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.