Khawla
Khawla is a Muslim girl name meaning “Female gazelle, doe (traditional explanation)”.
| Meaning | Female gazelle, doe (traditional explanation) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | خولة |
| Pronunciation | KHAW-lah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khawla
Khawla is an old Arabic name traditionally explained as 'doe' or 'young gazelle'. Several women of the Prophet's ﷺ time bore it, including Khawla bint Thaʿlaba, whose complaint about her husband led to the opening verses of Surah al-Mujādila, and Khawla bint Ḥakīm. Khawla bint al-Azwar is remembered in later tradition as a warrior in the early conquests of Syria.
Is Khawla a Muslim name?
Yes. Khawla is an Arabic Muslim name borne by several female Companions, including Khawla bint Thaʿlaba.
Where is the name Khawla used?
Popular across the Arab world, especially in the Gulf, Jordan and Iraq.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khawla mean?
Khawla means 'Female gazelle, doe (traditional explanation)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khawla a Muslim name?
Yes. Khawla is an Arabic Muslim name borne by several female Companions, including Khawla bint Thaʿlaba.
How do you write Khawla in Arabic?
Khawla is written خولة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khawla?
Khawla is pronounced KHAW-lah.