Khady
Khady is a Muslim girl name meaning “Short form of Khadija”.
| Meaning | Short form of Khadija |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Wolof short form of Arabic Khadija |
| Arabic spelling | خديجة |
| Pronunciation | KHAH-dee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khady
Khady is the Senegalese short form of Khadīja, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first person to accept Islam. In Senegal the full form is Khadidiatou, and Khady is the familiar name used day to day, often given on its own.
Is Khady a Muslim name?
Yes. Khady is a Muslim name, a short form of Khadīja, the first wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Khady used?
Very common in Senegal and the Gambia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khady mean?
Khady means 'Short form of Khadija'. It comes from Wolof short form of Arabic Khadija.
Is Khady a Muslim name?
Yes. Khady is a Muslim name, a short form of Khadīja, the first wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Khady in Arabic?
Khady is written خديجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khady?
Khady is pronounced KHAH-dee.