Nalah

Meaning of Nalah

The name Nalah is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, with rich cultural roots and diverse associations. Originating from various cultures, it has meanings in Indian (Sanskrit), African (Yoruba), Arabic, Swahili, and Hebrew traditions. In Sanskrit and Hebrew, the name is pronounced as nah-LAH (/na'la/), while in Yoruba, Arabic, and Swahili it is often pronounced NAH-lah (/ˈna.la/). The American English pronunciation is NAH-luh (/ˈnɑlə/). A variation of the name is Nala. Over the years, Nalah has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States. It ranked highest in 2020 with 78 occurrences at position 2275 but has generally remained a less common yet cherished choice. The name evokes imagery of grace and beauty, often associated with qualities such as strength and elegance across different cultures.

Pronunciation

Indian (Sanskrit),African (Yoruba)

  • Pronunced as nah-LAH (/'na.la/)

Arabic,Swahili

  • Pronunced as NAH-lah (/ˈna.la/)

Hebrew

  • Pronunced as nah-LAH (/na'la/)

American English

  • Pronunced as NAH-luh (/ˈnɑlə/)

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