What is the origin of the name Khalila?

Khalila is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Khalila?

Khalila is currently ranked #9880 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Khalila?

Khalila is pronounced kah-LEE-lah.

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GirlArabic

Khalila

kah-LEE-lah

Popularity

#9880

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

358

Peak Year

#24 in 2019

First Recorded

1977

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'friend' or 'beloved'. The name has strong Islamic roots and embodies affection.

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Kali Lila

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Numerology

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Nicknames

Kali Lila

Spelling Variations

Khaleela Khaleelah Khallilah

Similar Names

Layla Amira Fatima Aisha

Personality Traits

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