Naglaa
Naglaa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Woman with wide, beautiful eyes”.
| Meaning | Woman with wide, beautiful eyes |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian form |
| Arabic spelling | نجلاء |
| Pronunciation | nag-LAA |
| Arabic root | ن ج ل (n-j-l) — wide-eyed |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Naglaa
Naglaa is the Egyptian pronunciation of Najla (Najlāʾ), a classical description of a woman with large, beautiful eyes. Arabic poetry often praised wide eyes as a sign of beauty. The name was very popular in Egypt between the 1950s and 1970s; Najla is the spelling used in the Levant and Gulf.
Is Naglaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Naglaa (Najla) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning wide-eyed.
Where is the name Naglaa used?
Common in Egypt among older generations; Najla is used elsewhere in the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naglaa mean?
Naglaa means 'Woman with wide, beautiful eyes'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian form.
Is Naglaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Naglaa (Najla) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning wide-eyed.
How do you write Naglaa in Arabic?
Naglaa is written نجلاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Naglaa?
Naglaa is pronounced nag-LAA.