Declining since 2002, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Najla since 1975
Babies named Najla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 65 |
| 1980s | 117 |
| 1990s | 156 |
| 2000s | 149 |
| 2010s | 118 |
| 2020s | 48 |
Meaning & origin
Najla entered U.S. records in 1975 and has remained a rare but steady choice. At its peak in 2001, it saw modest usage, but since 2002 its frequency has been falling. As of 2025, it ranks 7,885 with a 1-in-123,636 incidence, reflecting its niche appeal. The name has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state. Its Arabic origin and lyrical meaning make it a distinctive option for families seeking a name with cultural depth.
Najla derives from the Arabic root n-j-l, meaning 'wide-eyed' or 'with large, beautiful eyes.' It is a feminine form of the masculine name Najl. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in the Levant and Gulf regions, and gained some usage in Western countries in the late 20th century.
“Najla” around the world
Where Najla lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Naj, Jaja
Variants: Najlah, Nadjla
Sibling names for Najla
Names that share Najla's style, for a brother or sister.
