Khadeejah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kah-DEE-jah //kæˈdiːdʒə//
Origin: Arabic; Swahili
Meaning: Arabic: 'premature child'; Swahili: 'the one who is early'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Khadeejah is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "k-d-j" which means "to be early" or "to be ahead." The name is often transliterated as Khadijah and has historical significance in Islamic culture. It is believed to have entered the English language through the influence of Islamic texts and the spread of Arabic culture, particularly during the medieval period when trade and scholarship flourished between the Islamic world and Europe.
Khadeejah is most famously associated with Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, who lived in the 6th and 7th centuries CE. She is revered in Islamic tradition for her support of Muhammad during the early years of his prophethood and is considered the first person to convert to Islam.
Her life and character have been subjects of admiration in Islamic literature, and she is often regarded as a symbol of strength, loyalty, and integrity. The significance of her role in early Islamic history has contributed to the enduring popularity of the name among Muslim communities.
Throughout history, Khadeejah has been celebrated in various cultural contexts, often embodying ideals of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility. The name has also been used in various forms of literature and religious texts, reinforcing its cultural resonance.
In addition to its historical roots, Khadeejah has various diminutive forms, such as Khadi, which may be used affectionately. The name's association with a prominent historical figure and its positive connotations have helped maintain its relevance across generations.
Famous people named Khadeejah
In this section, you will find notable people named Khadeejah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Khadeejah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Khadeejah Abdul-Mateen is an actress best known for The Handmaid's Tale, The Good Place, and The Last Black Man in San Francisco.
Khadeejah Muhammad is a professional athlete best known for competing in track and field events.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khadeejah was first seen in the United States in 1991.
Khadeejah has ranked as high as #1219 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Khadeejah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Khadeejah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Khadeejah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Khadeejah (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Khadeejah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1991 | 5 |