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UK girl's name

Anilah

A feminine name of Arabic origin derived from the word "nil" meaning river or nile.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Anilah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anilah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3900, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1999 to 1999. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Anilah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Anilah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2000 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Anilah ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1999, when 3 girls were registered as Anilah.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anilah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3900

1999

Births in 1999

3

Latest year

Peak year

1999

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Anilah mean?

The name Anilah finds its roots in the Arabic language, hailing from the Middle Eastern region. It is believed to have originated during the medieval Islamic era, around the 7th century CE. The name is derived from the Arabic word "anila," which means "to attain" or "to achieve." It carries a connotation of striving for success, accomplishment, and fulfillment.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anilah can be traced back to the 9th century CE, when it was mentioned in an Arabic manuscript detailing the lives of notable scholars and academics. This suggests that the name was in use and held significance during that time.

Throughout history, several individuals have borne the name Anilah. One notable figure was Anilah bint Al-Rashid, a renowned poetess who lived in the 8th century CE in Baghdad, Iraq. Her poetry was widely celebrated and served as an influential voice during the Golden Age of Islamic culture.

Another prominent individual named Anilah was a 12th-century philosopher and mathematician from Persia (present-day Iran). Her contributions to the fields of geometry and algebra were groundbreaking, and she is recognized for her writings on the theoretical foundations of mathematics.

In the 14th century, Anilah Al-Khatib was a revered scholar and religious leader in Damascus, Syria. She was known for her extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and played a significant role in preserving and disseminating Islamic teachings.

During the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century, Anilah Effendi was a respected advisor to the Sultan. Her wisdom and counsel were highly valued, and she held a prominent position in the imperial court.

In more recent times, Anilah Al-Saadi was a celebrated author and activist from Egypt, born in 1920. Her literary works explored themes of social justice, women's rights, and cultural identity, leaving a lasting impact on Egyptian literature.

The name Anilah has traversed through various cultures and time periods, carrying with it a sense of achievement, intellect, and wisdom. While the origins of the name can be traced back to the Arabic language, its essence has transcended borders, resonating with individuals from diverse backgrounds who value the pursuit of knowledge and success.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Anilah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anilah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
1990s #3900 3 1

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FAQ

Anilah: questions and answers

How popular is the name Anilah in the UK right now?

In 1999, Anilah was ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Anilah most popular?

The peak year on record was 1999, with 3 babies registered as Anilah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Anilah?

A feminine name of Arabic origin derived from the word "nil" meaning river or nile.

How many people are called Anilah in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Anilah across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.