Zhila
Zhila is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Usually explained as dew or brightness”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as dew or brightness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | ژیلا |
| Pronunciation | zhee-LAH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Zhila
Zhila (ژیلا) is a Persian name for girls that Iranian parents have chosen steadily since the twentieth century. Its meaning is not firmly fixed. Most families explain it as dew and feel a connection to the related name Zhaleh, while others prefer to read it as purity or brightness. The opening zh sound is characteristically Persian, and in English the name is sometimes written Jila.
Is Zhila a Muslim name?
Zhila is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is borne by many Muslim women in Iran and the diaspora. Families who want an Arabic name with a similar gentle meaning sometimes pick Nada, meaning dew.
How popular is Zhila?
It is mostly used in Iran and by Persian-speaking families abroad.
Gifts with the name Zhila
- Zhila name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zhila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zhila mean?
Zhila means 'Usually explained as dew or brightness'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Zhila a Muslim name?
Zhila is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is borne by many Muslim women in Iran and the diaspora. Families who want an Arabic name with a similar gentle meaning sometimes pick Nada, meaning dew.
How do you pronounce Zhila?
Zhila is pronounced zhee-LAH.
Is Zhila a boy or girl name?
Zhila is usually a girl name.