Khadijah

Girl Name #1,300 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A name blessed by the first and greatest Muslim woman

Arabic Muslim African South Asian

Spiritual Traditional Strong Elegant Classic

Meaning & Origin

"premature child, born early"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

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.

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 Hatice

Famous People Named Khadijah

Khadijah bint Khuwaylid

Other

First wife of Prophet Muhammad and first convert to Islam, renowned merchant and businesswoman of Mecca

Khadijah James

Activist

American activist and educator known for racial justice and education equity work

Quick Facts

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

Khadija #1074

Common Nicknames

Dijah Kadi Khadi

Pairs Well With

Khadijah Fatima Khadijah Aisha Khadijah Rose Khadijah Marie Khadijah Amara Khadijah Noor Khadijah Sofia

Sibling Names

Fatima Aisha Yusuf Ibrahim Maryam Zainab Omar

Also a Boy Name

Khadijah is also used as a boy name, ranked #14606.

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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.

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.