Khalid Boy

Popularity: #693 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KHAH-lid /ˈxɑː.lɪd/

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: the eternal; the immortal

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Khalid is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "khalada," which means "to last" or "to endure." The name has been used in various forms throughout history, with its earliest appearances in pre-Islamic Arabia. It entered the English language through the transliteration of Arabic, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries as Western interest in the Middle East grew.

The name is often associated with the Arabic word "khalid," which conveys the sense of permanence and immortality, reflecting a deep cultural significance in Islamic tradition. Historically, one of the most notable figures bearing this name is Khalid ibn al-Walid, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a military commander in the early Islamic conquests during the 7th century.

He is often referred to as "The Sword of Allah" for his strategic prowess in battle, particularly during the Ridda wars and the conquests of the Byzantine and Sassanian empires. His legacy has been immortalized in Islamic history, and he is revered as a symbol of strength and loyalty.

The name Khalid has also found resonance in various cultural contexts, particularly within Islamic communities, where it is often associated with valor and leadership. The enduring nature of the name is reflected in its frequent use in literature and historical texts, as well as its representation in Islamic art and poetry.

The name's significance is further enhanced by its connection to themes of heroism and sacrifice, making it a favored choice among many families. Additionally, the diminutive form "Khal" is sometimes used informally, although it is less common in historical texts.

Famous people named Khalid

In this section, you will find notable people named Khalid. 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 Khalid who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Khalid who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Khalid is a singer and songwriter best known for Location, Talk, and Better.

Khalid ibn al-Walid is a military commander best known for his role in the early Islamic conquests and the Battle of Yarmouk.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Khalid, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

KareemSamirZaydAmirRamiNabil

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Khalid. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

KhaledKareemKasimZahidRashidFaridJamilSami

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Khalid was first seen in the United States in 1962.

Khalid has ranked as high as #1771 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, Minnesota, Texas, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Khalid has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Khalid 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 Khalid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Khalid.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 250 250
2024 246 246
2023 218 218
2022 235 235
2021 259 259
2020 251 251
2019 273 273
2018 264 264
2017 253 253
2016 238 238
2015 198 198
2014 220 220
2013 172 172
2012 174 174
2011 157 157
2010 143 143
2009 139 139
2008 135 135
2007 152 152
2006 149 149
2005 143 143
2004 138 138
2003 172 172
2002 222 222
2001 246 246
2000 212 212
1999 172 172
1998 188 188
1997 150 150
1996 173 173
1995 213 213
1994 214 214
1993 116 116
1992 114 114
1991 110 110
1990 96 96
1989 82 82
1988 84 84
1987 52 52
1986 72 72
1985 60 60
1984 63 63
1983 66 66
1982 76 76
1981 76 76
1980 77 77
1979 96 96
1978 107 107
1977 77 77
1976 61 61
1975 65 65
1974 51 51
1973 51 51
1972 31 31
1971 36 36
1970 25 25
1969 18 18
1968 23 23
1967 10 10
1966 15 15
1965 6 6
1964 6 6
1962 6 6

Top States for Khalid (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
NY 32
16%
TX 26
13%
CA 23
12%
MN 17
9%
MI 15
8%
PA 12
6%
FL 12
6%
GA 11
6%
IL 11
6%
WA 7
4%
NC 7
4%
NJ 6
3%
OH 5
3%
MA 5
3%
MD 5
3%
TN 5
3%