Neela
Meaning of Neela
The name Neela, pronounced NEE-lah (/ni:lə/), is of Indian (Hindi) and Sanskrit origin. It means "sapphire blue" or simply "blue," often evoking the serene and deep hues of the sky or ocean. This beautiful name carries a sense of tranquility and elegance, making it a popular choice for baby girls. A variation of this name is Nila. In the United States, Neela has seen fluctuating popularity over the years, with notable peaks in usage around 2007 and 2008 when it ranked within the top 2,000 names for newborn girls. Its unique cultural heritage and melodic pronunciation make Neela an appealing option for parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and distinctive.
Pronunciation
Indian (Hindi),Sanskrit
- Pronunced as NEE-lah (/ni:lə/)
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Notable People Named Neela
| Neela Wickramasinghe, a renowned Sri Lankan songstress and musician, has made significant contributions to the country's music industry over her five-decade-long career. |
| Neela Satyanarayanan was an Indian author and civil servant, known for being the first female State Election Commissioner in Maharashtra. |
| Neela Vaswani is an American writer of Indian descent, born on September 11, 1974, in Port Jefferson, New York, known for narrating the audio version of "I am Malala" and founding the Storylines Project with the New York Public Library. |
