Khawlah
Khawlah 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 Khawlah
Khawlah is a transliteration of Khawla with the final h for the Arabic feminine ending. The name is linked with female Companions such as Khawla bint Thaʿlaba, who pleaded her case to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and was answered by revelation, and the brave Khawla bint al-Azwar of later conquest stories. It is commonly explained as 'gazelle' or 'doe'.
Is Khawlah a Muslim name?
Yes. Khawlah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin associated with several women among the Sahaba.
Where is the name Khawlah used?
Found among Arab families and English-speaking Muslims who prefer the -ah spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khawlah mean?
Khawlah means 'Female gazelle, doe (traditional explanation)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khawlah a Muslim name?
Yes. Khawlah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin associated with several women among the Sahaba.
How do you write Khawlah in Arabic?
Khawlah is written خولة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khawlah?
Khawlah is pronounced KHAW-lah.