Nabilah
Nabilah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Noble, distinguished, excellent”.
| Meaning | Noble, distinguished, excellent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نبيلة |
| Pronunciation | nah-BEE-lah |
| Arabic root | ن ب ل (n-b-l) — to be noble, excellent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nabilah
Nabilah is the feminine form of Nabīl, an Arabic adjective for someone noble, honourable and excellent in character. The final -ah spelling is typical of Malaysia and Indonesia, while Arab countries usually write Nabila or Nabiha-style forms without the h. It is a straightforward virtue name used across the Muslim world.
Is Nabilah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nabilah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and honourable, and it is used across the Muslim world.
Where is the name Nabilah used?
The Nabilah spelling is most common in Malaysia and Indonesia; Nabila and Nabeela are used in the Arab world and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Nabilah
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Spellings and variants of Nabilah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nabilah mean?
Nabilah means 'Noble, distinguished, excellent'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nabilah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nabilah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and honourable, and it is used across the Muslim world.
How do you write Nabilah in Arabic?
Nabilah is written نبيلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nabilah?
Nabilah is pronounced nah-BEE-lah.