Khadija

Khadija: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameArabic origin#982 in 2025

Pronunciation (IPA): /xəˈdiːd͡ʒə/

Meaning and origin of Khadija

  • A female given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic خَدِيجَة (ḵadīja).

How popular is Khadija?

#982girls, 2025
258U.S. babies in 2025
#982peak rank (2025)
5,271babies since 1880

Since 1880, 5,271 girls in the U.S. have been named Khadija. Its highest rank for girls was #982 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #982 for girls, with 258 babies given the name.

18801920196020002025258 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Khadija FAQ

What does the name Khadija mean?

A female given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic خَدِيجَة (ḵadīja).

What is the origin of the name Khadija?

Khadija is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Khadija?

Since 1880, 5,271 girls in the U.S. have been named Khadija. Its highest rank for girls was #982 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #982 for girls, with 258 babies given the name.

Is Khadija a boy or girl name?

Khadija is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,271 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.