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Mahala
Mahala Pronunciation
Mahala is pronounced mə-HAH-lah /məˈhɑ.lɑ/Medium
Meaning: From Hebrew Mahalah/Mahlah, 'tenderness, weakness' (and, by extension, 'a woman'); a biblical nameLow
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History & Origin
Mahala comes from Hebrew Mahlah/Mahalah, 'tenderness, weakness' (a daughter of Zelophehad in the Torah). It was also adopted as a vintage American name (and sometimes folk-linked to 'a woman'; the senses are layered, which we note). A soft, gentle, vintage name.
It registers thinly today. Rare, tenderness at the root, and vintage.
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How do you pronounce Mahala?
Mahala is pronounced mə-HAH-lah (/məˈhɑ.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Mahala said aloud.
How do you say Mahala?
Mahala is said mə-HAH-lah (/məˈhɑ.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Mahala said aloud.
What does the name Mahala mean?
Mahala is Hebrew for 'tenderness' (and, by extension, 'a woman'); the senses are layered.
Is Mahala a boy or girl name?
Mahala is a girl's name.
How popular is Mahala?
Mahala is a rare name in the U.S.