Nahla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nahla is an Arabic name meaning 'a drink of water' or 'nectar', reflecting its roots in Arabic culture. The name has evolved from historical forms like Nahl to its modern usage. It carries traits of beauty and nature, and does not have biblical relevance. Today, Nahla is popular in Arab communities and is associated with positive imagery.
The name Nahla is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Nahla has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled 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, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nahla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2325th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1421st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nahla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nahla"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɑːlə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Nahla derives from the Arabic word 'نَحْلَة' which means 'a drink of water' or 'to give water to'. It is also associated with the meaning 'a bee' or 'nectar'.
Meaning
drink of water, bee, nectar
Language Evolution
Nahla (modern usage), Nahl (historical usage)
Historical Usage
The name Nahla has gained popularity in the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally in recent decades, particularly as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Nahla, Nahal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nahla is viewed as a beautiful and feminine name, often associated with nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Nahla Al-Fahad, a notable figure in contemporary Arabic literature., Nahla Benhaddou, a prominent Moroccan artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nahla"
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 "Nahla"
"Nahla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15284th of 27321 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2325th of 35406 | 1,224 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1421st of 30306 | 1,909 |
Regional Popularity of "Nahla" 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 "Nahla" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.73% 1958th/4582 |
29.94% 1546th/5164 |
25.31% 1851st/7313 |
40.51% 3023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.95% 1472nd/3984 |
28.39% 1274th/4487 |
20.10% 1371st/6822 |
27.15% 1704th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nahla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nahla" 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.