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Nilaa

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Meaning

Nilaa is an Arabic name for girls that means water hyacinth, which is a group of beautiful flowering plants (scientific name Eichhornia). It is a variant of Nilah. It can also refer to a navy blue pigment extracted from said plants.

Pronunciation

Pronounced: Nilah-

Variations

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Nilaa is a girl name of Arabic origin. It feels modern, smooth and easy to use in everyday life.

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