Khadija

خديجة
/ kha-DEE-ja /
Gender
Girl
Origin
🇩🇯 Djibouti
Religion
Islam
First Seen
—
Trait
Respected

Meaning & Etymology

premature child

premature child

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic root kh-dh-j, which relates to prematurity or being born before the expected time.

Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Central Semitic > Arabic

Cultural context

In Djibouti, Khadija is a highly respected name due to its association with Khadija bint Khuwaylid, a prominent figure in Islamic history. The name is often given to girls born into families that value strong, historical, and religious connections.

Symbolism

The name symbolises strength, leadership, and historical significance, often associated with the virtues of the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad.

Religious reference

The name is associated with Khadija bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and the first person to convert to Islam.

Related names

Famous People

Khadija bint Khuwaylid

religious figure · Saudi Arabia

The first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and the first person to convert to Islam.

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