Kholoud
Kholoud is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Eternity, immortality”.
| Meaning | Eternity, immortality |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | خلود |
| Pronunciation | khoo-LOOD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Saudi Arabia |
Meaning and origin of Kholoud
Egyptians and Levantines write Khulūd, eternity or permanence, as Kholoud. It shares the root kh-l-d, to last forever, with Khalid. The 'o' in this spelling mirrors local pronunciation, where the vowel sounds closer to o. The name took off after the mid-twentieth century and is still a familiar choice for girls in Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Saudi Arabia, and it keeps a calm, hopeful meaning.
Is Kholoud a Muslim name?
It echoes the Quranic picture of Paradise: 'Enter it in peace. This is the Day of Eternity (al-khulūd)' (Quran 50:34).
How popular is Kholoud?
It is common in Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Saudi Arabia.
Gifts with the name Kholoud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kholoud mean?
Kholoud means 'Eternity, immortality'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kholoud a Muslim name?
It echoes the Quranic picture of Paradise: 'Enter it in peace. This is the Day of Eternity (al-khulūd)' (Quran 50:34).
How do you pronounce Kholoud?
Kholoud is pronounced khoo-LOOD.
Is Kholoud a boy or girl name?
Kholoud is usually a girl name.