Khalida
Khalida is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eternal, everlasting, immortal”.
| Meaning | Eternal, everlasting, immortal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | خالدة |
| Pronunciation | KHAA-li-dah |
| Arabic root | خ ل د (kh-l-d) — to last forever, to remain |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khalida
Khalida is the feminine of Khalid, meaning 'everlasting' or 'one whose memory endures'. It is used across the Arab world, Turkey (as Halide) and South Asia. Well-known bearers include the Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia, whose name is a Bengali spelling of the same word, and the Turkish writer Halide Edib Adıvar.
Is Khalida a Muslim name?
Yes. Khalida is the feminine form of Khalid and is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'everlasting'.
Where is the name Khalida used?
Used in the Arab world, Pakistan, Bangladesh (often Khaleda) and Turkey (Halide).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khalida mean?
Khalida means 'Eternal, everlasting, immortal'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khalida a Muslim name?
Yes. Khalida is the feminine form of Khalid and is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'everlasting'.
How do you write Khalida in Arabic?
Khalida is written خالدة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khalida?
Khalida is pronounced KHAA-li-dah.