Dark blue, sapphire, or moon
In Sanskrit, Nila refers to the color dark blue or indigo, often associated with the sapphire gemstone. In other traditions, it is sometimes linked to the Latin word for the Nile River or interpreted as 'moon' in certain South Asian dialects. It carries a sense of serenity and celestial beauty.
About 116 girls were named Nila in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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