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Nahla

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Pronounced NAH-la /ˈnah.la/Medium

Meaning: first drink of waterMedium

In 30 seconds: Nahla is an Arabic name meaning 'first drink of water'.

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Origin MediumArabic

Meaningfirst drink of water

U.S. rank (2024)#2676 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births65 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,176

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

The name comes from Arabic and carries the vivid image of a first drink of water, a meaning rich with relief and renewal. It stands on its own here, without listed variations or recorded bearers, resting on that evocative sense.

Its flowing sound and refreshing meaning give Nahla a soft, inviting quality within the wider family of Arabic girls' names.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Nahla is 'a drink of water', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Nahla — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSVEtymology — Nahla — meaning/etymology

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nahla mean?

Nahla is usually explained as meaning 'a drink of water' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Nahla?

It's commonly said NAH-la /ˈnah.la/.

Is Nahla a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Nahla is used as a girl name.

How popular is Nahla?

In 2024, Nahla ranked #2676 in the U.S. for girls, with 65 births recorded.