خولة

Khaula

girlArabic

Khaula is a Muslim girl name meaning “Female gazelle; name of a Companion”.

MeaningFemale gazelle; name of a Companion
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingخولة
PronunciationKHAW-lah
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Khaula

Khaula is a spelling of Khawla, an old Arabic name usually explained as a female deer or gazelle. Khawla bint Thaʿlaba, whose complaint about her husband led to the opening verses of Surah al-Mujādila, and the warrior Khawla bint al-Azwar are famous bearers.

Is Khaula a Muslim name?

Yes. Khaula is a Muslim girl's name, a form of Khawla, borne by female Companions.

Where is the name Khaula used?

Used in Pakistan, the Gulf and the diaspora.

Gifts with the name Khaula

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Spellings and variants of Khaula

KhawlaKhawlahKholaHavle

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Khaula mean?

Khaula means 'Female gazelle; name of a Companion'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Khaula a Muslim name?

Yes. Khaula is a Muslim girl's name, a form of Khawla, borne by female Companions.

How do you write Khaula in Arabic?

Khaula is written خولة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Khaula?

Khaula is pronounced KHAW-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.