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Nylah

Girl name · 96 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nylah: 96 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 17 births in 2018.

Nylah is a modern name that has gained popularity in Scotland, often considered a variant of Nyla or Nilah. Its most common root is Arabic, stemming from ‘Nayla’ meaning ‘attainer’ or ‘successful’, though it can also echo the Sanskrit name Neela meaning ‘blue’. Notable bearers include American writer and activist Nylah Burton. While no major places bear the name directly, it shares its Arabic root with the name Naila. Nylah’s rise in Scotland reflects a broader trend of adopting melodious, cross-cultural names with a gentle yet confident feel.