Khadija: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: kh-ahd-eej-ah
Origin: Saudi Arabia
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Premature child

Khadija is a girl's name of Arabic origin, meaning "premature child" or "the precocious one. " It is deeply rooted in Islamic history, associated with the first wife and follower of Prophet Muhammad, Khadija bint Khuwaylid. The name has evolved over time, becoming a symbol of courage, and devotion to faith. Its popularity has increased globally, reflecting the growing interest in Islamic culture and history. The name is widely used in the Muslim world and is often chosen to inspire strength and bravery in children. The name Khadija was less popular in the 1980s but has risen in popularity since the 2010s. It has consistently ranked above 2000 in the US Social Security Administration's data, indicating its unique appeal and growing recognition.

Khadija Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Khadija is currently #2030 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Khadija is currently #1129 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Khadija is currently #980 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Khadija is currently #522 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Wikipedia, NSW Births Deaths and Marriages, QLD Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, WA Registry of Births, SA Registry of Births, VIC Registry of Births, Social Security Administration

arrow-icon Khadija
arrow-icon