Khadija
Khadija 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 | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Khadija
Khadija is the standard spelling of the name of Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ first wife and the first to believe in his message. The Prophet ﷺ counted her among the finest women who ever lived and never forgot her loyalty. Literally, the word describes a baby born before full term. Every Muslim country uses the name, with Turks saying Hatice and West Africans often using Kadiatou.
Is Khadija a Muslim name?
It honours Khadija bint Khuwaylid, first among the Mothers of the Believers. Few girls' names hold a more important place in Islam.
How popular is Khadija?
It is used right across the Muslim world, from Morocco and Nigeria to Pakistan and Indonesia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khadija mean?
Khadija means 'Born early; a premature child'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Khadija a Muslim name?
It honours Khadija bint Khuwaylid, first among the Mothers of the Believers. Few girls' names hold a more important place in Islam.
How do you pronounce Khadija?
Khadija is pronounced kha-DEE-jah.
Is Khadija a boy or girl name?
Khadija is usually a girl name.