Find out how popular the first name Islah has been for the last 47 years (from 1977 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Islah by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Islah is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Islah being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 57 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Islah.

The history of the first name Islah

The name Islah originates from Arabic and means "reform" or "correction". It is derived from the Arabic root word "salaha", which means "to correct" or "to put something right". This name has been used in the Arab world for centuries, though it gained broader popularity in more recent times.

The earliest recorded use of the name Islah can be traced back to the medieval Islamic era, when it was sometimes given to children as a reminder of the importance of moral rectitude and upholding Islamic principles. However, it was not a particularly common name during this period.

One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Islah was Islah Jawad (1860-1936), an Iraqi poet and literary critic who was a pioneer of the Arabic literary renaissance in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was known for his efforts to revive and modernize Arabic poetry and literature.

Another prominent individual named Islah was Islah Gencer (1936-2018), a Turkish operatic soprano who was renowned for her interpretations of the dramatic soprano roles of the Italian and French operatic repertoires. She was particularly acclaimed for her performances in the operas of Verdi and Puccini.

In the field of education, Islah Jad (born 1952) is a prominent Palestinian feminist and academic who has written extensively on gender issues in the Arab world. She is a professor of Women's Studies at Birzeit University in the West Bank and has been a vocal advocate for women's rights and empowerment.

Islah Halim (1881-1958) was an Egyptian judge and legal scholar who played a significant role in the development of modern Egyptian law. He served as the President of the Court of Cassation, Egypt's highest court, and was known for his efforts to modernize and codify Egyptian legal systems.

Finally, Islah Hussain (born 1964) is a Pakistani politician and former journalist who has served as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting in the government of Pakistan. She has been a vocal advocate for media freedom and has worked to promote transparency and accountability in government.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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