Khaled Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKHA-led / /ˈxɑː.lɛd/Arabic
Meaning
the praised one
Historical & Cultural Background
Khaled is a common Arabic name that has historical significance in Islamic culture. It is often associated with Khalid ibn al-Walid, a prominent military commander during the early Islamic conquests. The name has been widely used in various Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. It reflects qualities of leadership and valor.
Trend Summary
Khaled has seen consistent use in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khalid
International Variants
- Khaled (Arabic)
- Khalid (Arabic)
Famous people named Khaled
Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan-American author known for his bestselling novel 'The Kite Runner'.
Khaled Abdel Rahman is a Saudi singer and songwriter recognized for his contributions to Arabic music.
Khaled Al-Muwallad is a Saudi football player who has played for various clubs in the Saudi Professional League.
Khaled El-Masri is a German citizen who became known for his legal battles regarding his detention by the CIA.
Fictional characters named Khaled
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khaled was first seen in the United States in 1969. Khaled has ranked as high as #1246 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Khaled has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khaled (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 16 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 53 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 53 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 60 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 86 |
| 2013 | 94 |
| 2014 | 100 |
| 2015 | 99 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 96 |
| 2018 | 105 |
| 2019 | 105 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2022 | 102 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 114 |