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Name Origin

Naila is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. It means 'to achieve' or 'to attain'.

arabicfeminineachievementsuccessambition

Famous People

Naila Butt (1974-)

Journalist and Author

  • Award-winning author of 'The Unquiet Earth'
  • Former BBC correspondent based in Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Known for her insightful reporting on South Asian politics and culture

Naila Kabeer

Economist and Development Expert

  • Distinguished Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics
  • Pioneer in the field of gender and development
  • Author of numerous influential books and articles on poverty, inequality, and social justice