Khalifa Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-fah / kæˈliːfəArabic
Meaning
successor; leader
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Khalifa is derived from the Arabic word 'Khalifah', which means 'successor' or 'steward'. It has historical significance in Islamic culture, particularly relating to the caliphs who were leaders of the Muslim community. The name is often associated with authority and leadership. Khalifa is also used in various contexts to denote a person in a position of responsibility.
Trend Summary
The name Khalifa has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khalifah
- Khalif
International Variants
- Califa (Spanish)
- Khalifa (Turkish)
Famous people named Khalifa
Khalifa ibn Khayyat was a notable Islamic scholar and historian.
Khalifa Haftar is a Libyan military officer known for his role in the Libyan Civil War.
Khalifa Al Haroon is a prominent social media influencer and entrepreneur.
Khalifa S. Al-Mubarak is a notable Emirati businessman and CEO.
Fictional characters named Khalifa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khalifa was first seen in the United States in 1986. Khalifa has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Khalifa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khalifa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 30 |