Hilala

In Arabic: هِلالَة

The moon at its beginning—a light sliver seen early in the month before it fills

قمرٌ في بدايته، قطعةُ نورٍ خفيفة تُرى أول الشهر قبل امتلائه

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As a child

  • Called at home

    هِلالَة, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

As an adult

  • Professional intro

    Pleased to meet you, I'm هِلالَة.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Hilala mean?
The moon at its beginning—a light sliver seen early in the month before it fills
Is Hilala a boy or a girl name?
Hilala is a girl name.
How is Hilala written in English?
Hilala in Arabic: هِلالَة.
Does Hilala fit the father's name?
Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.

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