Nejla Girl
Origin(s)
Arabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: 'night'; Turkish: 'dream'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nejla is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Turkish culture as well. In Arabic, it is associated with the concept of night, which can symbolize beauty and mystery. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly among Muslim communities. Its usage reflects cultural appreciation for poetic and nature-inspired names.
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Similar Names
Naila, Neela, Nadia, Nina, Nora, Nia, Nyla, Nessa
Variants
- Neyla
- Najla
International Variants
- Najla (Arabic)
- Nejla (Turkish)
Famous people named Nejla
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Fictional characters named Nejla
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nejla was first seen in the United States in 1982. Nejla has ranked as high as #1363 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has no trending data available at the state level. In the past 5 years the name Nejla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |