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UK girl's name

Naailah

A feminine Arabic name meaning "one who achieves success and lofty goals".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Naailah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Naailah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 4 births.

This profile covers 37 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1999 to 2024. 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.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 37 living people in the UK are called Naailah. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Naailah ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1999, when 4 girls were registered as Naailah.
  • About 37 living people in the UK are estimated to have Naailah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

1999

4 births

Estimated living

37

2026

Meaning

What does Naailah mean?

The name Naailah is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "na'ala" which means "to rise" or "to ascend". It is a feminine name that has been popular in the Arab world for centuries.

The earliest known reference to the name Naailah can be found in ancient Arabic poetry and literature. It was used to describe the beauty and grace of a woman, often likened to a rising star or a blossoming flower.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name Naailah was a renowned Arab poetess from the 7th century CE. She was known for her eloquent verses and her influence on the literary circles of her time. Unfortunately, little is known about her personal life, but her works have been preserved and studied by scholars throughout the ages.

In the 10th century CE, a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from Andalusia, Spain, was named Naailah bint Al-Rahman. She was highly respected for her knowledge of Islamic law and her contributions to the field of jurisprudence.

During the Mamluk period in Egypt (1250-1517 CE), there was a famous female poet named Naailah Al-Ghazzi. She was celebrated for her mastery of the Arabic language and her ability to capture the essence of love and longing in her verses.

In more recent history, Naailah El Arabi was a renowned Syrian singer and actress born in 1929. She was known for her powerful voice and her ability to convey the depth of emotion in traditional Arabic songs. Her performances were widely acclaimed throughout the Arab world.

Another notable bearer of the name was Naailah Noor Khan, a World War II British heroine and spy born in 1914. She played a crucial role in the resistance efforts against the Nazis and was eventually captured and executed by the Gestapo in 1944. Her bravery and sacrifice have been honored and remembered for generations.

While the name Naailah has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended borders and gained popularity among diverse communities around the world. Its meaning, which evokes the idea of rising, ascending, and growth, has resonated with many parents seeking a name that embodies strength, resilience, and beauty.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Naailah over time

The chart below shows babies named Naailah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Naailah, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Naailah
01234199920112024

Decades

Naailah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Naailah 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
2020s #4994 11 3
2010s #4763 4 1
2000s #4111 18 5
1990s #3225 4 1

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FAQ

Naailah: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Naailah was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Naailah most popular?

The peak year on record was 1999, with 4 babies registered as Naailah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Naailah?

A feminine Arabic name meaning "one who achieves success and lofty goals".

How many people are called Naailah in the UK?

A total of 37 babies have been registered as Naailah across the 10 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.