Khadeeja

“Early Baby”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12812US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

254All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Khadeeja

KAD·EE·YAH

/ˈkæd.ˈiː.ˈjɑ/ · stress on KAD · 3 syllables

“Early Baby”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Khadeeja mean and where does it come from?

Khadeeja (خديجة) originates from Arabic and is widely recognized in Islamic culture. The name is historically significant as it was borne by Khadeeja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad. This gives the name a revered status in many Muslim communities around the world. It is often

Cultural significance

Khadeeja has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of early baby.

Peak popularity

Reached #7158 in 2001 — currently #12812 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khadeeja?

Khadeeja works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Khadeeja Grace

How popular is Khadeeja right now?

Rising fast — up 3723 spots — currently #12812 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#12812 · Top 9.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12812	7	▲ up 3723 · +40% births
2022	#16535	5	▼ down 5381 · -44% births
2015	#11154	9	▼ down 1131 · -18% births
2010	#10023	11	▲ up 5145 · +83% births
2005	#15168	6	▼ down 6873 · -50% births
2000	#8295	12	▲ up 1786 · +50% births
1995	#10081	8	▲ up 1883 · +60% births
1980	#11964	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khadeeja

Best Year2000Rank #8295

Peak Count12

Average Rank#12004

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20238 years

The story of Khadeeja

Khadeeja is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 254 total births recorded, Khadeeja remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11964 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12812 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khadeeja in 2001:

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Khadeeja by decade

Khadeeja peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	19
1990s	61
2000s ★	105
2010s	69

💎Khadeeja has only 254 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khadeeja?

Common

KhaKhadKhadieKhadyEja

Famous people named Khadeeja

Khadeeja (historical Arab ruler)

Khadeeja held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Khadeeja (Sufi mystic)

Khadeeja used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Khadeeja (Islamic scholar)

Khadeeja bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Khadeeja (Quranic figure)

Khadeeja appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Khadeeja?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Khadeeja also consider these

Khadeja

Arabic · early baby; premature

Khadeejah

Arabic · Premature child

Khadidja

Arabic · خديجة

Kadeeja

American · generous, capable, or

Kadeejah

Arabic · premature child, early

Arabic · One who brings

Common questions about the name Khadeeja

What does the name Khadeeja mean?

Khadeeja means "Early Baby" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Khadeeja?

Khadeeja is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Khadeeja have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Khadeeja?

Khadeeja originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Khadeeja?

Khadeeja is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 D IY1 Y AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Khadeeja?

Khadeeja pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.