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Nyala

“Mountain goat or female antelope.”

ny-AH-luh Middle Eastern, African origin 5 letters 3 syllables
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Nyala

Mountain goat or female antelope.

Middle Eastern, African

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Meanings

Antelope Grace

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Syllables

3

About this name

Nyala is a name of African origin, specifically from the Bantu languages, referring to a graceful species of antelope. It is used to symbolise elegance and a natural connection to the African wilderness.

It means "Mountain goat or female antelope." Nyala has Middle Eastern and African origins. Nyala has a popularity score of 74 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced ny-AH-luh. It is traditionally associated with Traditional. It is associated with themes of Nature and Grace. It has 3 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Nala and Nyah.

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What does the name Nyala mean?

The name Nyala means "Mountain goat or female antelope."

What origin is the name Nyala?

Nyala has Middle Eastern and African origins.

Is Nyala a boy or girl name?

Nyala is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Nyala?

Nyala is pronounced ny-AH-luh.

Is Nyala popular?

Nyala has a popularity score of 74 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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