Suhayla Girl

Popularity: #926 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationsoo-HAY-lah / /suːˈheɪ.lə/

Arabic; Persian

Meaning

brilliant; luminous

Historical & Cultural Background

In Arabic, Suhayla is derived from 'suhail,' which refers to a bright star, symbolizing guidance and clarity. In Persian culture, the name is associated with beauty and brilliance, often used in poetic contexts. The name reflects a rich heritage in both cultures, emphasizing light and positivity.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Suhaila
  • Suhaylah

International Variants

  • Suhayla (Arabic)
  • Suhaila (Persian)

Famous people named Suhayla

Suhayla El-Attar — writer.

Suhayla Al-Mansoori — activist.

Fictional characters named Suhayla

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Suhayla was first seen in the United States in 2001. Suhayla has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Suhayla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Suhayla (2024)

StateBirthsShare
PA 10
67%
MN 5
33%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20017
20047
20058
200611
20078
20087
200911
201022
201112
201219
201315
201428
201526
201627
201725
201827
201928
202024
202126
202232
202319
202424