نائلة

Nailah

girlArabic

Nailah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Achiever, successful”.

MeaningAchiever, successful
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنائلة
PronunciationNAH-ee-lah
Arabic rootن ي ل (n-y-l) — to attain, to obtain
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Nailah

Nailah is a spelling of Nāʾila, 'one who attains what she seeks'. The final -h shows the Arabic feminine ending and is popular with English-speaking Muslims. The name is associated with Nāʾila bint al-Farāfiṣa, the devoted wife of ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān.

Is Nailah a Muslim name?

Yes. Nailah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'achiever'.

Where is the name Nailah used?

Used in Pakistan, India and among Muslims in the US and UK.

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Spellings and variants of Nailah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nailah mean?

Nailah means 'Achiever, successful'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Nailah a Muslim name?

Yes. Nailah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'achiever'.

How do you write Nailah in Arabic?

Nailah is written نائلة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nailah?

Nailah is pronounced NAH-ee-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.