Khadeeja
Khadeeja is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born early; premature child”.
| Meaning | Born early; premature child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | kha-DEE-jah |
| Arabic root | خ د ج (kh-d-j) — to be born early |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khadeeja
Khadeeja is a South Asian and Gulf spelling of Khadīja, the name of Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first person to accept Islam. Linguistically the name means a child born before its full term. The double 'ee' reflects the long ī in the Arabic, a spelling common in India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Is Khadeeja a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadeeja is a spelling of Khadija, one of the most honoured names in Islam as the name of the Prophet's ﷺ first wife and Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Khadeeja used?
This spelling is especially common in South India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and among English-speaking Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khadeeja mean?
Khadeeja means 'Born early; premature child'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khadeeja a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadeeja is a spelling of Khadija, one of the most honoured names in Islam as the name of the Prophet's ﷺ first wife and Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Khadeeja in Arabic?
Khadeeja is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khadeeja?
Khadeeja is pronounced kha-DEE-jah.