Kadiatu
Kadiatu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Khadija”.
| Meaning | Form of Khadija |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sierra Leonean form of Arabic Khadija |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | kah-JAH-too |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kadiatu
Kadiatu is the English-style spelling of Kadiatou, the West African form of Khadīja, used mainly in Sierra Leone and Liberia. It honours Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first believer. The ending -u rather than -ou reflects English rather than French spelling conventions.
Is Kadiatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Kadiatu is a Muslim name, a form of Khadīja, Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Kadiatu used?
Common in Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kadiatu mean?
Kadiatu means 'Form of Khadija'. It comes from Sierra Leonean form of Arabic Khadija.
Is Kadiatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Kadiatu is a Muslim name, a form of Khadīja, Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Kadiatu in Arabic?
Kadiatu is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kadiatu?
Kadiatu is pronounced kah-JAH-too.