Nabila
Fact sheet
- Name
- Nabila
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Nabila is the feminine form of the name Nabil (نبيل). Translated, this name means "the noble", "the dignified", "the exalted", "the distinguished", and "the honorable".
What does the name Nabila mean?
Nabila is the feminine variant of the male name Nabil (نبيل). Literally translated, the name means "the noble", "the dignified", "the exalted", "the distinguished", and "the honorable". Its roots lie in Arabic, where it derives from the term nabīl (نبيل), which means "noble", "honorable", "imposing", "noble", "distinguished", and "generous". Other variants include Nabile, Nabilah, and Nabeela. The male counterparts are Nebil and Nabeel.
Where does the name Nabila come from?
Nabila is an Arabic first name, meaning "the noble". Its Arabic origin lies in the
How do you pronounce Nabila?
The name Nabila has a three-syllable sound and a gentle structure. It is generally pronounced as "Na-bi-la" [naˈbiːla], starting with an open A sound that radiates warmth. The stressed middle syllable with a long I gives the name a certain brightness. The ending "-la" sounds round and open. Overall, Nabila sounds melodious and feminine – present, harmonious, and balanced in tone.
Popularity
In Germany, Nabila is a common first name and currently ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2007 at rank 732. In the last ten years, Nabila has been chosen as a first name about 110 times, placing it 2,368th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,295th.
Nicknames & pet names
Babila / Bella / Bila / Bilbil / Billi / Nab / Nabi / Nabnab / Naboula / Nabs / Nabsi / Nana / Nina
Similar first names
Famous people
- Nabila Ebeid (Egyptian actress)
- Nabila Espanioly (human rights activist from Nazareth)
- Nabila Jamshed (writer from India)
- Nabila Tizi (handball player from Algeria)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nabila
What is the origin of the name Nabila?
Nabila is an Arabic first name that comes from the root word nabīl and means 'the noble'. It is common in various Arabic dialects as well as in East and West Africa.
What does the name Nabila mean?
The name Nabila literally means 'the noble', 'the honorable', or 'the distinguished'. It reflects qualities such as nobility and generosity.
How popular is the name Nabila?
Nabila enjoys great popularity in many countries, especially in Arabic-speaking regions. The feminine variant of the name Nabil is often valued for its positive connotations.