Khalila

“Khalila is derived from the Arabic word for 'friend', reflecting deep interpersonal connections and bonds”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9960US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

320All-time births

📅 Since 197700

What does Khalila mean and where does it come from?

Khalila is derived from the Arabic word for 'friend', reflecting deep interpersonal connections and bonds. The name is often adopted in various Arabic-speaking regions and carries connotations of warmth and loyalty. While Khalila is a traditional name, it is less common compared to its masculine cou

Cultural significance

Khalila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #5342 in 2019 — currently #9960 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khalila?

Khalila works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Khalila Grace

How popular is Khalila right now?

Rising fast — up 849 spots — currently #9960 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#9960 · Top 7.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9960	10	▲ up 849 · +11% births
2022	#10809	9	▼ down 106
2021	#10703	9	▼ down 2196 · -25% births
2020	#8507	12	▲ up 585
2015	#9092	12	▲ up 2066 · +50% births
2000	#11158	8	▲ up 2830 · +60% births
1990	#13988	5	▼ down 2264
1985	#11724	5	▼ down 4375 · -44% births
1980	#7349	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khalila

Best Year1980Rank #7349

Peak Count12

Average Rank#10366

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Khalila

Khalila is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 320 total births recorded, Khalila remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7349 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9960 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khalila in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Khalila by decade

Khalila peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	26
1980s	55
1990s	45
2000s	85
2010s ★	97
2020s	12

💎Khalila has only 320 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khalila?

Common

KhaKhalKhalieKhalyIla

Famous people named Khalila

Khalila (Quranic figure)

Khalila appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Khalila (historical Arab ruler)

Khalila held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Khalila (Islamic scholar)

Khalila bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Khalila (Quranic figure)

Khalila appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Khalila?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Khalila also consider these

Khalina

Arabic · The pure one

Khalida

Arabic · Arabic

Khalyla

Arabic · the perfect one

Arabic · Place of shelter

Kahlila

Arabic · Companion, Friend, One

Common questions about the name Khalila

What does the name Khalila mean?

Khalila means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Khalila?

Khalila is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Khalila?

Khalila originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Khalila?

Khalila pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Khalila a common or rare name?

Khalila is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.