All about the name

Nyla

Female

« Nyla is an Arabic unisex name meaning "the night," inspired by the Quran phrase "ila Nyla. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Nyla is a name of Arabic origin and its meaning is "the night." It is believed that the name was inspired by the Quran, where the phrase "ila Nyla" means "to the night." The name Nyla has gained popularity in recent years as parents are looking for unique and meaningful names for their children. Despite being of Arabic origin, Nyla is a unisex name and can be used for both boys and girls. However, it is more commonly used as a girl's name. The name Nyla has no particular historical significance or famous figures associated with it. It is simply a beautiful and meaningful name that has gained popularity in recent times due to its unique sound and deep meaning.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Nyla since 1880

Total births
25,035
Total since 1880
Peak year
2021
1,321 births
in 2023
1,236
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+43%
vs previous 5 years