Wala
Wala is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Loyalty, devotion”.
| Meaning | Loyalty, devotion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ولاء |
| Pronunciation | wah-LAH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Palestine, Jordan, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Wala
Wala comes from Arabic wala', meaning loyalty and allegiance. Its root, w-l-y, is about being near someone and being their friend. In Islamic terms the word also names the bond of love and support among believers. Girls in the Gulf, Jordan, Palestine and Egypt often carry it. Walaa, with a doubled vowel, is the same name with its long ending written out.
Is Wala a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Wala to girls for its sense of loyalty, a word that also names the loving bond among believers.
How popular is Wala?
It is popular in the Gulf and in Egypt, Jordan and Palestine.
Gifts with the name Wala
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Spellings and variants of Wala
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wala mean?
Wala means 'Loyalty, devotion'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wala a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Wala to girls for its sense of loyalty, a word that also names the loving bond among believers.
How do you pronounce Wala?
Wala is pronounced wah-LAH.
Is Wala a boy or girl name?
Wala is usually a girl name.