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Naila

Girl name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Naila: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1980.

Of Arabic origin, Naila means “successful” or “one who attains her desires,” derived from the root n-y-l, conveying achievement and fulfilment. It is the feminine form of Nael and shares its roots with the masculine name Nael. Notable bearers include Bangladeshi development economist Naila Kabeer, known for her work on gender and poverty, and Pakistani actress and model Naila Nayab. The name also appears in Indian cinema through actress Naila Merani. While there are no major places directly named Naila, the variant Nailah is sometimes used in other