Adizatou
Adizatou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born early; form of Khadija”.
| Meaning | Born early; form of Khadija |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa / Fula form of Khadija |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | ah-dee-zah-TOO |
| Arabic root | خ د ج (kh-d-j) — to be born early |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Adizatou
Adizatou is a French-spelled West African form of Khadīja. Hausa reshaped Khadīja as Hadiza, and Fula and French-writing communities drop the initial h and add the feminine -tou, giving Adizatou. It honours Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first believer in his message.
Is Adizatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Adizatou is a regional form of Khadija, the name of the first Mother of the Believers. It is a Muslim name.
Where is the name Adizatou used?
Used in Niger, Benin, Togo and Burkina Faso; Hadiza is the usual form in northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adizatou mean?
Adizatou means 'Born early; form of Khadija'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa / Fula form of Khadija.
Is Adizatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Adizatou is a regional form of Khadija, the name of the first Mother of the Believers. It is a Muslim name.
How do you write Adizatou in Arabic?
Adizatou is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Adizatou?
Adizatou is pronounced ah-dee-zah-TOO.