Khulan
Fact sheet
- Name
- Khulan
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The female first name Khulan has its roots in Mongolian. It is directly translated as 'the Mongolian wild ass'.
What does the name Khulan mean?
The name Khulan comes from Mongolian and directly translates to 'the Mongolian wild ass'. Its origin is anchored in the Mongolian term xulan (хулан), which stands for 'ass' and 'wild ass'. Khulan enjoys a certain popularity as it is named after one of the wives of Chinggis Khan.
Where does the name Khulan come from?
Khulan is a female first name of Mongolian origin, meaning 'the Mongolian wild ass'. The etymology traces back to the Mongolian xulan (хулан), which means 'ass' or 'wild ass'. The language is Mongolian.
How do you pronounce Khulan?
Ku-lan
Popularity
In Germany, Khulan is a rather rare first name. It has not yet made a mark in the German name popularity lists. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking in 2010, when it placed 1,699th in the name charts. From 1984 to 2024, Khulan was given as a first name in Austria less than 10 times, placing it at 6,179th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name anymore.
Nicknames & pet names
Coco / Kholen / Khuli / Lani
Frequently asked questions about the name Khulan
What is the origin of the name Khulan?
Khulan is a female first name of Mongolian origin.
What does the name Khulan mean?
The name Khulan translates to 'the Mongolian wild ass'.
Why is Khulan popular?
Khulan enjoys popularity because it is named after one of the wives of Chinggis Khan.