Nalla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAH-lah / /ˈnɑː.lə/Swahili; Sanskrit; English
Meaning
successful; beloved; a form of the name Nala
Historical & Cultural Background
In Swahili, Nalla is derived from 'nala,' meaning successful, and is often associated with strength and achievement. In Sanskrit, it is linked to the name Nala, a character from ancient Indian epics known for his wisdom and virtue. In English, Nalla can be seen as a modern variation or diminutive of Nala, which gained popularity through cultural references such as animated films.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nala
- Nalla
International Variants
- Nala (Swahili)
- Nala (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Nalla
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Fictional characters named Nalla
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nalla was first seen in the United States in 2003. Nalla has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nalla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nalla
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |