Khalila
Khalila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Close friend, beloved companion”.
| Meaning | Close friend, beloved companion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | خليلة |
| Pronunciation | kha-LEE-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Khalila
Khalila, the feminine of Khalil, means a close friend or beloved companion, from the root kh-l-l. It is far rarer than the masculine form. Even so, Arab families and Western Muslims use it, partly because it sits so naturally beside the familiar Khalil. Like its brother name, it recalls how the Quran describes Ibrahim as God's intimate friend. It has a soft, affectionate sound.
Is Khalila a Muslim name?
It suits a Muslim girl well and carries a gentle echo of Ibrahim's title as the friend of God.
How popular is Khalila?
It is an uncommon name, used from time to time in the Arab world and by Western Muslims.
Gifts with the name Khalila
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Spellings and variants of Khalila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khalila mean?
Khalila means 'Close friend, beloved companion'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Khalila a Muslim name?
It suits a Muslim girl well and carries a gentle echo of Ibrahim's title as the friend of God.
How do you pronounce Khalila?
Khalila is pronounced kha-LEE-lah.
Is Khalila a boy or girl name?
Khalila is usually a girl name.