Khalifa
Khalifa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Successor, steward, caliph”.
| Meaning | Successor, steward, caliph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | خليفة |
| Pronunciation | kha-LEE-fah |
| Arabic root | خ ل ف (kh-l-f) — to come after, to succeed |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khalifa
Khalifa means 'successor' or 'one who stands in place of another'. In Islamic history it became the title of the caliphs who led the community after the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and the Quran uses it for humanity's role as stewards on earth. As a given name it is especially strong in the Gulf, borne by rulers of Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE.
Is Khalifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Khalifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'successor' or 'steward'. It carries the Quranic idea of humans as God's stewards on earth.
Is Khalifa in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran when God tells the angels, 'Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority (khalīfa)' (Quran 2:30).
Where is the name Khalifa used?
Common in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait, and also found in North and West Africa.
Gifts with the name Khalifa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khalifa mean?
Khalifa means 'Successor, steward, caliph'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khalifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Khalifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'successor' or 'steward'. It carries the Quranic idea of humans as God's stewards on earth.
How do you write Khalifa in Arabic?
Khalifa is written خليفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khalifa?
Khalifa is pronounced kha-LEE-fah.
Is Khalifa mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran when God tells the angels, 'Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority (khalīfa)' (Quran 2:30).