"premature child, born early"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Khadijah
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The Story of Khadijah
Khadijah is a classical Arabic name with roots in the verb 'khadaja,' relating to a premature birth, though it evolved to carry the broader meaning of 'trustworthy' and 'noble.' The name predates Islam but gained its most profound significance through Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, who was a successful merchant and the first person to convert to Islam.
Khadijah has been a consistently beloved name in Muslim communities worldwide for 1,400 years, particularly in the Arab world, West Africa, Southeast Asia, and among African-American Muslim communities. It saw a notable rise in the United States after Malcolm X's influence in the 1960s-70s.
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid is one of the most revered women in Islamic tradition, honored as 'Mother of the Believers.' She was a respected businesswoman who employed Muhammad before their marriage and was his greatest supporter at the revelation of Islam. Her name is considered deeply blessed.
Historical Record
Khadijah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 7,443 babies have been named Khadijah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Khadijah is past its peak , currently ranked #1,300 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Khadijah was 40 and a successful widow when she proposed marriage to the 25-year-old Muhammad
- She is among the four greatest women in Islamic tradition alongside Mary, Fatima, and Asiya
- The name has been popular in West Africa for centuries, often spelled Kadiatou or Hadija
Khadijah in Other Languages
Urdu
خدیجہ
Arabic
خديجة
Persian
خدیجه
Swahili
Khadija
Turkish
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Popularity Over Time
#1,300
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1994
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Khadijah
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Khadijah bint Khuwaylid
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First wife of Prophet Muhammad and first convert to Islam, renowned merchant and businesswoman of Mecca
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Khadijah James
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American activist and educator known for racial justice and education equity work
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,300
- Total SSA Count
- 177
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim African South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dijah
Kadi
Khadi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Khadijah
What does the name Khadijah mean?
"premature child, born early" (from Arabic). Khadijah is a classical Arabic name with roots in the verb 'khadaja,' relating to a premature birth, though it evolved to carry the broader meaning of 'trustworthy' and 'noble.' The name predates Islam but gained its most profound significance through Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, who was a successful merchant and the first person to convert to Islam.
What is the origin of the name Khadijah?
Khadijah has Arabic, Muslim, African, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "premature child, born early".
Is Khadijah a boy or girl name?
Khadijah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1300. As a boy name, it is ranked #14606. Khadijah is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Khadijah?
Khadijah is currently ranked #1300 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Khadijah?
Common nicknames for Khadijah include Dijah, Kadi, and Khadi.
What are good middle names for Khadijah?
Popular middle name pairings include Khadijah Fatima, Khadijah Aisha, Khadijah Rose, Khadijah Marie, Khadijah Amara, Khadijah Noor, and Khadijah Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Khadijah?
Names that pair well with Khadijah as siblings include Fatima, Aisha, Yusuf, Ibrahim, Maryam, Zainab, and Omar.
How many syllables does Khadijah have?
Khadijah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Khadijah a common or rare name?
Khadijah is an uncommon name, ranked #1300 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Khadijah?
Related spellings include Khadija.
About the Name Khadijah
Khadijah is a girl name with Arabic, Muslim, African, and South Asian origins . The name means "premature child, born early" in Arabic .
Is Khadijah a boy or girl name? Khadijah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,300 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,606. Khadijah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Khadijah is currently ranked #1,300 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Khadijah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Khadijah include Dijah, Kadi, and Khadi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Khadijah include Khadija . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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