Khedija
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇹🇳 Tunisia
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Resilient
Meaning & Etymology
Premature child
Premature child
Etymology
The name derives from the Arabic root kh-dh-j (خ-د-ج), which is related to the concept of prematurity or being born before the full term.
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Central Semitic > Arabic
Cultural context
In Tunisian culture, the name Khedija is often given to girls born prematurely or in challenging circumstances, symbolizing hope and resilience.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes strength and the overcoming of early challenges, reflecting the resilience of the child.
Religious reference
The name is associated with Khadija bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad
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