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Nilah

Girl Name #4,597 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #4597, Nilah is an uncommon girl name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Nilah is a girl name, recorded for 30 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nilah often also consider Nina, Nicholas, Nick .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #4,597
Total SSA Count: 30

Alternative Spellings

Nila #1673

Nicknames

Nil Niy Nilie

Similar Names

Nina Nicholas Nick Nimrod Nita Ninnie Nickolas Nicolas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nilah

Is Nilah a boy or girl name?

Nilah is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Nilah?

Nilah is currently ranked #4597 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nilah?

Common nicknames for Nilah include Nil, Niy, and Nilie.

Is Nilah a common or rare name?

Nilah is an uncommon name, ranked #4597 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nilah

Nilah is a girl name .

Nilah is currently ranked #4,597 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nilah include Nil, Niy, and Nilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Nilah include Nila . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.