Halid
Halid is a Muslim boy name meaning “Eternal, everlasting”.
| Meaning | Eternal, everlasting |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish / Bosnian form |
| Arabic spelling | خالد |
| Pronunciation | HAA-lid |
| Arabic root | خ ل د (kh-l-d) — to last forever |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Halid
Halid is the Turkish and Bosnian form of Khālid, eternal, since these languages lack the 'kh' sound. Khālid ibn al-Walīd, the Companion called the Sword of God, is the most famous bearer. In Turkey the name is also written Halit.
Is Halid a Muslim name?
Yes. Halid is a Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian form of Khalid.
Is Halid in the Quran?
The root appears in 'they will abide in it forever' (Quran 2:25).
Where is the name Halid used?
Common in Bosnia and among Turkish speakers.
Gifts with the name Halid
- Halid name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Halid baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Halid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halid mean?
Halid means 'Eternal, everlasting'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish / Bosnian form.
Is Halid a Muslim name?
Yes. Halid is a Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian form of Khalid.
How do you write Halid in Arabic?
Halid is written خالد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Halid?
Halid is pronounced HAA-lid.
Is Halid mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'they will abide in it forever' (Quran 2:25).