Suhailah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: soo-HY-lah /suːˈhaɪlə/
Origin: Arabic
Meaning: brilliant; luminous
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Suhailah has its roots in Arabic, derived from the word "suhail," which refers to a star in the southern sky, often associated with brightness and clarity. The etymological journey of Suhailah can be traced back to the Arabic language, where it carries connotations of brilliance and guidance.
The name has been adopted into various cultures, particularly in regions influenced by Arabic language and Islamic tradition, leading to its incorporation into other languages and cultures over time. Historically, the name Suhailah is linked to the Islamic Golden Age, a period from the 8th to the 14th century when science, philosophy, and culture flourished in the Muslim world.
The name's association with celestial bodies resonates with the importance of navigation and astronomy in Islamic scholarship during this era. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and literature, reflecting the cultural significance of stars and their meanings in Arabic poetry and storytelling.
Culturally, Suhailah embodies qualities of brightness and guidance, making it a name that is often associated with positive attributes. The name's connection to the star Suhail, which is prominent in the night sky, symbolizes hope and direction.
This celestial association has contributed to the name's enduring appeal across generations. In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, reflecting local linguistic adaptations, but Suhailah remains a distinct and meaningful name in its own right.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Suhailah was first seen in the United States in 2000.
Suhailah has ranked as high as #13935 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Suhailah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Suhailah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Suhailah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Suhailah.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 11 | 11 |
| 2017 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 12 | 12 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 14 | 14 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Suhailah (2021)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |