Female deer or gazelle
Khawla is a traditional Arabic name that translates to 'female deer' or 'gazelle,' animals often used in classical poetry to symbolize beauty and grace. It is most famous for Khawla bint al-Azwar, a legendary female warrior from the early Islamic period who fought alongside her brother. The name carries a legacy of both physical elegance and immense bravery.
Less common today
Khawla isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,178 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Legendary 7th-century female warrior and leader
Renowned Saudi cancer researcher and physician
Syrian poet, journalist, and human rights activist
