Khawla
Khawla is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Doe, female gazelle”.
| Meaning | Doe, female gazelle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | خولة |
| Pronunciation | KHAW-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Jordan, Iraq, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Khawla
Tradition explains Khawla, an old Arabic name, as a doe or young gazelle. Several women who lived in the Prophet's ﷺ time carried it. Khawla bint Thaʿlaba made a complaint about her husband that prompted the first verses of Surah al-Mujādila. Another bearer was Khawla bint Ḥakīm. Later tradition also remembers Khawla bint al-Azwar as a fighter during the early campaigns in Syria.
Is Khawla a Muslim name?
Several female Companions bore it, among them the woman whose plea is linked to Surah al-Mujādila.
How popular is Khawla?
It is popular throughout the Arab world, above all in the Gulf, Jordan and Iraq.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khawla mean?
Khawla means 'Doe, female gazelle'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Khawla a Muslim name?
Several female Companions bore it, among them the woman whose plea is linked to Surah al-Mujādila.
How do you pronounce Khawla?
Khawla is pronounced KHAW-lah.
Is Khawla a boy or girl name?
Khawla is usually a girl name.