Nylah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nylah originates from Arabic, meaning 'successful' or 'achiever'. Its language path includes the form 'Naila', evolving into 'Nylah'. The name is associated with traits of strength and success, and it has no biblical relevance. Nylah gained popularity in the late 20th century and continues to be favored for its modern appeal.
The name Nylah is most popular in Florida, USA 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nylah has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Nylah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 984th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 420th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nylah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nylah"
Pronunciation
/ˈnaɪlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Nylah is derived from the Arabic name 'Naila', which means 'successful' or 'achiever'.
Meaning
successful, achiever
Language Evolution
Naila, Nylah
Historical Usage
Nylah gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly among English-speaking communities, as a modern and unique name for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Naila, Nyla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nylah is perceived as a modern and stylish name that is often associated with strength and success.
Famous People
Nylah B. Anderson, a noted artist., Nylah F. Williams, a prominent activist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nylah"
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 of "Nylah"
"Nylah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 984th of 35406 | 3,954 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 420th of 30306 | 9,144 |
Regional Popularity of "Nylah" by Generation for 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 of "Nylah" by Generation for Female 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) |
22.15% 1015th/4582 |
12.45% 643rd/5164 |
11.66% 853rd/7313 |
20.09% 1499th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.15% 524th/3984 |
7.40% 332nd/4487 |
4.88% 333rd/6822 |
10.95% 687th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nylah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nylah" 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.