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Khadijah

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Pronounced khah-DEE-jah /xɑːˈdiːdʒə/Low

Meaning: Early baby, premature, trustworthyLow

In 30 seconds: Khadijah is a deeply revered Arabic name carried by the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad. It is believed to mean early baby or premature child, and is associated with trustworthiness, wisdom, and deep faith across the Muslim world.
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Origin LowArabic
MeaningEarly baby, premature, trustworthy
U.S. rank (2025)#1432 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births151 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1994
Total births (all-time)≈ 7,594

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199419622025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Khadijah comes from the Arabic root suggesting something that occurred prematurely or early, sometimes interpreted as meaning premature child or early baby. The name is inseparably associated with Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the most important figures in Islamic history.

Khadijah is one of the most popular names in the Muslim world, used across Arabic-speaking countries, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and among Muslims worldwide. In the United States it is common in African American Muslim communities and among immigrant families from Muslim-majority countries.

Did you know? Khadijah bint Khuwaylid was a successful merchant before her marriage to Muhammad and was the first person to convert to Islam. She is revered as the Mother of the Believers and is one of the four perfect women in Islamic tradition.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Khadijah

Variations

KhadigaKhadidjaKhadeejahKadijah

Nicknames

KhadiDijahDee

Famous Bearers

  • ★Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (c. 555–619)
    First wife of the Prophet Muhammad and the first convert to Islam

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Frequently Asked

What does Khadijah mean?

Khadijah means early baby or premature child in Arabic, and is associated with qualities of trustworthiness and wisdom.

Who was Khadijah?

Khadijah bint Khuwaylid was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and the first person to convert to Islam. She is one of the most revered figures in Islamic history.

How do you pronounce Khadijah?

Khadijah is pronounced khah-DEE-jah, with the kh being a guttural sound and stress on the second syllable.

Is Khadijah a popular name?

Yes, Khadijah is one of the most popular names in the Muslim world and is widely used in Muslim communities in the United States.

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