US Popularity Rank: 4101

Origin: African

Meaning: First drink of water; Water in the desert

Try out this adorable girl's name if you've been yearning for a way to honor baby's Arabic or African heritage. Meaning "first drink of water" or "water in the desert," Nahla means so much to so many people across the globe. In Swahili and other African languages, it means "queen," "successful woman," and even "lion." No wonder Disney's Lion King welcomed fiery and strong-willed Nala into the pride lands. If a touch of glamor is what you're looking for, Halle Berry chose this lovely name for her daughter.