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    Mahlah Meaning in the Bible

    Mahlah

    girl

    Mahlah means "Mild or gentle", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. Mahlah appears in the King James Bible, and Scripture is the passage most often tied to it. The name Mahlah, meaning 'Mild or gentle', carries spiritual significance rooted in Scripture.

    Is Mahlah in the Bible?

    Yes — Mahlah appears in the King James Bible, including Scripture.

    Pronunciation:/MAH-lah/
    OriginHebrew
    MeaningMild or gentle
    What does Mahlah mean?

    Mahlah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Mild or gentle". One of Zelophehads five daughters who won inheritance rights for women in Israel.

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    What does Mahlah mean in the Bible?

    Mahlah means "Mild or gentle" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.

    One of Zelophehads five daughters who won inheritance rights for women in Israel.

    Where does Mahlah appear in the Bible (KJV)?

    Mahlah is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Scripture. Each verse is quoted in full below.

    "The name Mahlah appears in the biblical narrative."

    Scripture (KJV)

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    What are the variants and nicknames of Mahlah?

    Mahlah has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.

    Variants & related forms

    What is the spiritual meaning of Mahlah?

    The name Mahlah, meaning 'Mild or gentle', carries spiritual significance rooted in Scripture.

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    Mahlah name meaning: frequently asked questions

    Common questions about the name Mahlah

    Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Mahlah?

    Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.

    Where can I read the full biblical context for Mahlah?

    You can read every verse where Mahlah appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.