Halah
Halah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Halo, ring of light around the moon”.
| Meaning | Halo, ring of light around the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هالة |
| Pronunciation | HAA-lah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Halah
Halah is a spelling of Hāla, the halo or ring of light around the moon. The final h represents the Arabic feminine ending. Hāla bint Khuwaylid, sister of Khadija, was a Companion; the Prophet ﷺ was moved when he heard her voice because it reminded him of Khadija.
Is Halah a Muslim name?
Yes. Halah is a Muslim girl's name meaning halo, borne by Hala bint Khuwaylid, sister of Khadija.
Where is the name Halah used?
Used throughout the Arab world and among English-speaking Muslims.
Gifts with the name Halah
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Spellings and variants of Halah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halah mean?
Halah means 'Halo, ring of light around the moon'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Halah a Muslim name?
Yes. Halah is a Muslim girl's name meaning halo, borne by Hala bint Khuwaylid, sister of Khadija.
How do you write Halah in Arabic?
Halah is written هالة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Halah?
Halah is pronounced HAA-lah.