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Khawlah

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Pronounced KHOW-luh /ˈxaʊ.lə/Medium

Meaning: The same Arabic name as Khawla, with a final h in the romanized spelling — the two are one name, and we say so plainly. It is often connected with a word for a gazelle, though the etymology is debated, and it is honoured for Khawla bint al-Azwar, a seventh-century poet and warrior.Low

In 30 seconds: The same name as Khawla, with a final h — an Arabic name honoured for Khawla bint al-Azwar (said 'KHOW-luh').
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningThe same Arabic name as Khawla, with a final h in the romanized spelling — the two are one name, and we say so plainly. It is often connected with a word for a gazelle, though the etymology is debated, and it is honoured for Khawla bint al-Azwar, a seventh-century poet and warrior.
U.S. rank (2023)#14316 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 24

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120142023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Khawlah is simply Khawla with a final h in romanization — one name, two spellings, and it is honest to say so. The name is old in Arabic, often linked with a word for a gazelle, though scholars differ. Its standing rests on Khawla bint al-Azwar, whose courage in the seventh century is still recounted today (said 'KHOW-luh').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare here, honoured in the Arab world.

Did you know? Khawlah and Khawla are the same Arabic name; the difference is only in how it is written in Latin letters. Both honour Khawla bint al-Azwar, remembered across the Arab world as a poet and a warrior of great courage.
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Khawlah — Romanized variant of Khawla; same name; Khawla bint al-Azwar

Variations

KhawlaKhaulahKawlah

Nicknames

KhoLulu

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Khawlah mean?

Khawlah is the same name as Khawla — an Arabic name often linked with a word for a gazelle, with the etymology debated.

How do you pronounce Khawlah?

It's said KHOW-luh /ˈxaʊ.lə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Khawlah a boy or girl name?

Khawlah is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Khawlah?

Khawlah is a very rare name for girls in the U.S., though well known in Arabic-speaking countries.

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