Holding steady.
Popularity of Khala since 1982
Babies named Khala per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 171 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Khala is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1982. It saw its peak usage in 1996, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory is stable, showing consistent but infrequent use. Its Arabic origin, meaning 'maternal aunt,' gives it a unique familial significance. While not widely adopted, Khala appeals to parents seeking a name with cultural depth and a soft phonetic sound.
Khala is an Arabic word meaning 'maternal aunt.' It is rarely used as a given name in English-speaking countries but appears occasionally as a variant of Kala (which has Hawaiian or Sanskrit origins). The name has seen modest use in the United States since the 1980s, possibly influenced by its phonetic appeal or family heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Khal, Lala
Variants: Kala, Khalla
Sibling names for Khala
Names that share Khala's style, for a brother or sister.
