Kadija Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-DEE-jah / /kæˈdiːdʒə/Arabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: 'the early baby'; Swahili: 'pure'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kadija is a name of Arabic origin, often associated with the historical figure Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad. The name is popular in various Muslim communities and has cultural significance in Islamic history. In Swahili-speaking regions, it is embraced for its meaning of purity. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences across different regions.
Trend Summary
Kadija has seen steady usage in various cultural contexts, particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khadija
- Khadijah
International Variants
- Khadija (Arabic)
- Kadija (Swahili)
Famous people named Kadija
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kadija was first seen in the United States in 1986. Kadija has ranked as high as #1177 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in New York, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kadija has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kadija (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |