Hadiza
Hadiza is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born early; form of Khadija”.
| Meaning | Born early; form of Khadija |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa form of Arabic Khadija |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | ha-DEE-zah |
| Arabic root | خ د ج (kh-d-j) — to be born early |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hadiza
Hadiza is the Hausa form of Khadīja. Hausa replaces the Arabic 'kh' with 'h' and the 'j' with 'z', giving Hadiza (also Hadiza or Hadizat in Yoruba areas). Khadīja means 'born prematurely', and the name honours Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first person to accept Islam.
Is Hadiza a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadiza is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of Khadija, the name of the Prophet's first wife and a Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Hadiza used?
Very common in northern Nigeria and Niger among Hausa Muslims, and across West Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hadiza mean?
Hadiza means 'Born early; form of Khadija'. It comes from Hausa form of Arabic Khadija.
Is Hadiza a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadiza is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of Khadija, the name of the Prophet's first wife and a Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Hadiza in Arabic?
Hadiza is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hadiza?
Hadiza is pronounced ha-DEE-zah.