Modern creation, possibly meaning heavenly or purpose
Nylayah is a contemporary American name likely formed by blending the name Nyla with the popular suffix -yah. While its exact roots are modern, it is often associated with the Arabic name Naila, meaning 'attainer,' or the Swahili word Nia, meaning 'purpose.'
Less common today
Nylayah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,815 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).