Khadija Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-DEE-jah / kæˈdiːdʒəArabic
Meaning
premature child; early baby
Historical & Cultural Background
Khadija is a prominent name in Islamic culture, primarily associated with Khadija bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad. She is revered for her business acumen and support of Muhammad during the early years of Islam. The name has been widely used in various Muslim communities around the world. It symbolizes strength, loyalty, and respect.
Trend Summary
The name Khadija has seen consistent use within Muslim communities, reflecting cultural significance rather than widespread popularity in the general U.S. naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khadijah
- Khadija
International Variants
- Khadija (Arabic)
- Khadijah (English)
Famous people named Khadija
Khadija bint Khuwaylid was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and a successful businesswoman.
Khadija Ali is a notable activist known for her work in women's rights in the Middle East.
Khadija Gbla is a prominent advocate for female genital mutilation (FGM) awareness and prevention.
Khadija Saye was a talented British artist whose work focused on themes of identity and heritage.
Fictional characters named Khadija
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khadija was first seen in the United States in 1965. Khadija has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Khadija has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khadija (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 45 | |
| CA | 28 | |
| NJ | 17 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| PA | 12 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 77 |
| 1988 | 41 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1991 | 66 |
| 1992 | 63 |
| 1993 | 125 |
| 1994 | 146 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 80 |
| 1997 | 59 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 72 |
| 2003 | 105 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2005 | 99 |
| 2006 | 107 |
| 2007 | 92 |
| 2008 | 117 |
| 2009 | 133 |
| 2010 | 114 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2012 | 134 |
| 2013 | 135 |
| 2014 | 163 |
| 2015 | 177 |
| 2016 | 177 |
| 2017 | 169 |
| 2018 | 171 |
| 2019 | 211 |
| 2020 | 177 |
| 2021 | 208 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 202 |
| 2024 | 231 |