Will my child share the name Naila with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 56 UK babies named Naila per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Naila in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Naila becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Naila is rising: up 125 places since 2020, to #667 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #647 in 2024.

Is Naila a good choice for a distinctive name?

Naila is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Naila?

Notable people named Naila include: Naila Nazir (cricketer), Naila Nayem and Naila Kabeer.

Is Naila a popular baby name in the United States?

Naila does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Naila is a distinctive choice, ranked #667 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Naila in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Naila

Naila has never been more popular than it is right now, sitting at UK #647. The name has climbed 145 places in the last five years — a significant surge by any measure. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Naila is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Naila in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Naila

Naila Nazir (cricketer) — Naila Nazir is a Pakistani former cricketer who played as a right-arm leg break bowler.
Naila Nayem — Naila Nayem is a Bangladeshi model and actress.
Naila Kabeer — Naila Kabeer is an Indian-born British Bangladeshi social economist, research fellow, writer and professor at the London School of Economics.

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