Khadeeja
Khadeeja is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Born early; a premature child”.
| Meaning | Born early; a premature child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | kha-DEE-jah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Khadeeja
Families in South Asia and the Gulf often write Khadīja as Khadeeja. The double 'ee' marks the long ī, a style you will often see in India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. From the root kh-d-j, the word literally means a child born before full term. The name's real significance, though, comes from Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ first wife and the first person to accept Islam.
Is Khadeeja a Muslim name?
Because it belonged to the Prophet's ﷺ first wife, a Mother of the Believers, it ranks among the most honoured names a Muslim girl can carry.
How popular is Khadeeja?
This spelling is especially widespread in South India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and among English-speaking Muslims.
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Spellings and variants of Khadeeja
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khadeeja mean?
Khadeeja means 'Born early; a premature child'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Khadeeja a Muslim name?
Because it belonged to the Prophet's ﷺ first wife, a Mother of the Believers, it ranks among the most honoured names a Muslim girl can carry.
How do you pronounce Khadeeja?
Khadeeja is pronounced kha-DEE-jah.
Is Khadeeja a boy or girl name?
Khadeeja is usually a girl name.