Niyla
A delicate feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "victorious" or "triumphant".
Name Census estimates that about 558 living Americans carry the first name Niyla. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Niyla today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Niyla births was 2012 (44 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Niyla. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
558
~ 1 in 614,255 Americans
Peak year
2012
44 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,831
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Niyla: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Niyla from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 319 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Niyla remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Niyla by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Niyla during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Niylas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. Georgia, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Niyla, while Virginia, Texas, Tennessee recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 5 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Niyla
The name Niyla has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. The name is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "naylah," which means "attainment" or "achievement." It is a relatively modern name, with no known historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Niyla can be found in the late 20th century. While the name has gained popularity in recent years, there are a few notable individuals who have carried the name throughout history.
Niyla Velati (1912-1997) was an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was renowned for her contributions to the Kathak dance form and her efforts in preserving and promoting Indian classical dance. Velati's performances and teachings had a significant impact on the dance community, inspiring generations of dancers.
Niyla Khalil (born 1964) is a Lebanese-American journalist and author. She has worked for various news organizations, including CNN and Al Jazeera English, covering Middle Eastern affairs. Khalil has authored several books, including "The Daughter of Isis," which explores the experiences of Arab women in the Middle East.
Niyla Masrali (born 1982) is a British-Lebanese fashion designer. She is known for her eponymous luxury fashion brand, which combines Middle Eastern influences with contemporary design. Masrali's collections have been showcased at major fashion events and have gained recognition for their unique aesthetic.
Niyla Tara Bautista (born 1994) is a Filipino actress and model. She has appeared in numerous television shows and films in the Philippines, garnering popularity for her acting talent and on-screen presence.
Niyla Mendonca (born 1986) is an Indian film producer and entrepreneur. She has produced several successful Bollywood movies and is recognized for her contributions to the Indian film industry.
While the name Niyla has gained popularity in recent years, it has a rich cultural heritage rooted in the Arabic language. The individuals mentioned above represent just a few of the notable figures who have carried this name throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and industries.
People
Niyla + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Niyla as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Niyla: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Niyla?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 558 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Niyla going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 614,255 US residents.
Is Niyla a common name?
We classify Niyla as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 563 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Niyla most popular?
The single biggest year for Niyla was 2012, when 44 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Niyla is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Niyla a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Niyla in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.