Khadijah
Khadijah 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 Khadijah
Khadijah is a common English transliteration of Khadīja, with the final h marking the Arabic feminine ending. The name belongs to Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ first wife, who was the first to believe in him and who spent her wealth in support of Islam. Malaysians and Indonesians often write it Khadijah or Siti Khadijah.
Is Khadijah a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadijah is the name of the first wife of the Prophet ﷺ and the first Muslim, and it is a cherished name across the Muslim world.
Where is the name Khadijah used?
Widely used in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and among English-speaking Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khadijah mean?
Khadijah means 'Born early; premature child'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khadijah a Muslim name?
Yes. Khadijah is the name of the first wife of the Prophet ﷺ and the first Muslim, and it is a cherished name across the Muslim world.
How do you write Khadijah in Arabic?
Khadijah is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khadijah?
Khadijah is pronounced kha-DEE-jah.