US Popularity Rank: 10449

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Tribal affiliation of Saba; Beautiful; Narrow, slim

Kahlan is a girl's name that traces its roots back to Arabic and Irish. In Yemen, Kahlan was the name of a tribe affiliated with Kahlan bin Saba from Banu Sheba, an ancient kingdom mentioned in the Torah. Written as كهلان in Arabic, Kahlan may also be a variant of Kahla, Kayla, or Cadhla, the last of which means "beautiful." Also related to the Irish term caol, meaning "narrow" or "slim," it is without doubt that your little one will be as pretty as a picture! Fans of American author Terry Goodkind may be familiar with Kahlan Amnell from The Sword of Truth series. Also known as the 'Confessor,' Kahlan can see the truth within everyone, making her an honest and trustworthy inspirational character for your little one to look up to.