Haddijatou
Haddijatou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Khadija, the Prophet's first wife”.
| Meaning | Form of Khadija, the Prophet's first wife |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Gambian form of Arabic Khadija |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | had-dee-jah-TOO |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haddijatou
Haddijatou is the Gambian form of Khadīja, with h for kh, a doubled d and the -tou feminine ending common in Wolof and Fula names. It honours Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first to believe in his message. The everyday short form is Haddy.
Is Haddijatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Haddijatou is a Muslim name, a Gambian form of Khadīja, Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Haddijatou used?
Mainly used in the Gambia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haddijatou mean?
Haddijatou means 'Form of Khadija, the Prophet's first wife'. It comes from Gambian form of Arabic Khadija.
Is Haddijatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Haddijatou is a Muslim name, a Gambian form of Khadīja, Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Haddijatou in Arabic?
Haddijatou is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Haddijatou?
Haddijatou is pronounced had-dee-jah-TOO.