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Arabic · Girl name

Khadija

“early baby, premature child”

About the name Khadija

Khadija is an Arabic name meaning ‘early baby’ or ‘premature child’. It is historically significant as Khadija bint Khuwaylid was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad and the first person to convert to Islam. The name is revered in Islamic culture and is associated with strength, loyalty, and support.

Meaning
early baby, premature child
Origin
Arabic
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
khah-DEE-jah(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Khadijah

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Middle names for Khadija

  • Khadija Fatima
  • Khadija Aisha
  • Khadija Layla
  • Khadija Zara
  • Khadija Hana

Questions about Khadija

What does Khadija mean?
Khadija is an Arabic name meaning "early baby, premature child".
How do you pronounce Khadija?
Khadija is pronounced khah-DEE-jah, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Khadija?
Variants of Khadija include Khadijah.

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