Hela
Hela is a Muslim girl name meaning “Halo, the ring of light around the moon”.
| Meaning | Halo, the ring of light around the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Tunisian spelling) |
| Arabic spelling | هالة |
| Pronunciation | HAH-lah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hela
Hela is the usual Tunisian spelling of the Arabic name Hāla, which means the halo or ring of light that sometimes surrounds the moon. In Tunisian pronunciation the long ā is often fronted toward an 'e' sound, which gives the spelling Hela. Hāla bint Khuwaylid, sister of Khadīja, is remembered in hadith for visiting the Prophet ﷺ, whose face lit up at her voice because it reminded him of Khadīja.
Is Hela a Muslim name?
Yes. Hela (Hāla) is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by Hāla bint Khuwaylid, the sister of Khadīja, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Hela used?
Hela is mainly a Tunisian spelling; the same name is common across the Arab world as Hala.
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Spellings and variants of Hela
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hela mean?
Hela means 'Halo, the ring of light around the moon'. It comes from Arabic (Tunisian spelling).
Is Hela a Muslim name?
Yes. Hela (Hāla) is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by Hāla bint Khuwaylid, the sister of Khadīja, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Hela in Arabic?
Hela is written هالة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hela?
Hela is pronounced HAH-lah.