Adijat
Adijat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Khadija, first wife of the Prophet”.
| Meaning | Khadija, first wife of the Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba form of Arabic Khadīja |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | ah-DEE-jaht |
| Arabic root | خ د ج (kh-d-j) — born early |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Adijat
Adijat is the Yoruba form of Khadīja. Yoruba has no kh sound, so the initial consonant drops away, and the feminine ending is kept as -at. Khadīja bint Khuwaylid was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first person to accept Islam. The Arabic word is usually explained as 'born early' or 'premature'.
Is Adijat a Muslim name?
Yes. Adijat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba form of Khadīja, first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Adijat used?
Very common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adijat mean?
Adijat means 'Khadija, first wife of the Prophet'. It comes from Yoruba form of Arabic Khadīja.
Is Adijat a Muslim name?
Yes. Adijat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba form of Khadīja, first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Adijat in Arabic?
Adijat is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Adijat?
Adijat is pronounced ah-DEE-jaht.