Khalilah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-lah / /kəˈliːlə/Arabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: 'the strong one'; Swahili: 'the one who is strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Khalilah is derived from the Arabic root word 'khal' which means to be strong or powerful. In Islamic culture, names that convey strength and positive attributes are often favored. The name is also used in various African cultures, particularly among Swahili speakers, where it retains a similar meaning. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, showcasing the interconnectedness of language and identity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khalila
International Variants
- Khalilah (Arabic)
- Khalila (Swahili)
Famous people named Khalilah
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Fictional characters named Khalilah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khalilah was first seen in the United States in 1975. Khalilah has ranked as high as #885 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, New Jersey, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Khalilah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khalilah (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 205 |
| 1977 | 166 |
| 1978 | 143 |
| 1979 | 127 |
| 1980 | 97 |
| 1981 | 67 |
| 1982 | 49 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 41 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 25 |