Sahla
Sahla is a Muslim girl name meaning “Easy, smooth, gentle”.
| Meaning | Easy, smooth, gentle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سهلة |
| Pronunciation | SAH-lah |
| Arabic root | س ه ل (s-h-l) — to be easy, smooth |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sahla
Sahla is the feminine of sahl, meaning easy, smooth and gentle, like level ground. It was the name of Sahla bint Suhayl, a woman of Quraysh who was among the early converts and emigrated to Abyssinia with her husband Abu Ḥudhayfa. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ liked names suggesting ease, and the masculine Sahl was borne by several Companions.
Is Sahla a Muslim name?
Yes. Sahla is an Arabic Muslim name meaning easy and gentle, borne by the Companion Sahla bint Suhayl.
Where is the name Sahla used?
Found across the Arab world and among South Asian and Western Muslims, though not among the most common names.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sahla mean?
Sahla means 'Easy, smooth, gentle'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sahla a Muslim name?
Yes. Sahla is an Arabic Muslim name meaning easy and gentle, borne by the Companion Sahla bint Suhayl.
How do you write Sahla in Arabic?
Sahla is written سهلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sahla?
Sahla is pronounced SAH-lah.