Declining since 2021, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Suhaila since 1982
Babies named Suhaila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 96 |
Meaning & origin
Suhaila is a rare and lyrical name of Arabic origin, meaning 'bright, shining star'. It is the feminine form of Suhayl, the Arabic name for the star Canopus. In the United States, the name first appeared on the Social Security list in 1982 and has remained uncommon, with a rank of 8362 in 2025 and a 1-in-133,939 occurrence. Popularity peaked in 2022, though it has been falling since 2021. Suhaila fits a current trend for melodious Arabic names for girls, such as Layla and Yasmin, but remains a distinctive choice. Though no top states were recorded for the name, its gentle sound and celestial meaning make it a beautiful option for families seeking a name with cultural depth and a starry connotation.
Suhaila is the feminine form of Suhayl, the Arabic name for the star Canopus (also romanized as Suhail). The name is derived from the Arabic root 's-h-l', meaning 'smooth' or 'shining'. Suhaila has been used as a given name across Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim families worldwide, often evoking the imagery of a bright and guiding star.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Suhai, Haila, Lala
Sibling names for Suhaila
Names that share Suhaila's style, for a brother or sister.
