Attainer, achiever, or successful one
Derived from the Arabic root meaning to attain or acquire, Naila signifies a person who reaches their goals. It was the name of the wife of Uthman, the third Caliph, giving it historical depth in Islamic culture. In some contexts, it is also interpreted as meaning 'successful' or 'winner'.
Less common today
Naila isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,084 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Wife of the third Caliph Uthman, known for her loyalty
Bangladeshi model and actress
Pakistani politician
