Najla
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Najla
The name 'Najla' means "wide-eyed" or "of large, beautiful eyes" in Arabic, derived from the root *n-j-l* (ن-ج-ل) connoting largeness or prominence of the eyes.
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Etymology
The name 'Najla' means "wide-eyed" or "of large, beautiful eyes" in Arabic, derived from the root *n-j-l* (ن-ج-ل) connoting largeness or prominence of the eyes. It is primarily used in Arabic-speaking and Islamic cultures, with historical usage among both Muslims and Christians in the Middle East, though it lacks a specific notable historical figure or event.
Najla currently ranks #8,205 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2001.
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