Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nyla is an Arabic name meaning 'successful' or 'achiever', evolving from the name Naila. It reflects qualities of accomplishment and has gained modern popularity as a unique and appealing choice. The name has no biblical relevance but is associated with positive traits.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈnaɪlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Nyla is derived from the Arabic name 'Naila', meaning 'successful' or 'achiever'. It is often associated with notions of attainment and accomplishment.
Meaning
successful, achiever
Language Evolution
Naila, Naila (Arabic), Nyla (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Nyla gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern and appealing name choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Naila, Nayla, Nylaa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nyla is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often associated with qualities of strength and success.
Famous People
Nyla Rose (American actress and model), Nyla (a character in various television shows)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,339 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2440th of 9107 | 232 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1156th of 9204 | 757 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1494th of 12526 | 918 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3421st of 19264 | 307 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3520th of 27321 | 453 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 487th of 35406 | 9,732 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 276th of 30306 | 13,988 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.92% 880th/1546 |
- |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
77.31% 1196th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
56.31% 1254th/2227 |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
70.27% 1950th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
67.04% 3000th/4475 |
60.40% 3137th/5194 |
57.84% 3654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.20% 513th/4582 |
7.07% 365th/5164 |
5.51% 403rd/7313 |
11.82% 882nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.11% 323rd/3984 |
4.90% 220th/4487 |
3.15% 215th/6822 |
7.33% 460th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Georgia across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2440th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1156th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1494th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3421st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3520th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 487th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 276th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.