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Khadijah

Girl name · 109 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Khadijah: 109 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 12 births in 2022.

The name Khadijah has deep Arabic roots, meaning "early baby" or "premature" – a reference to the prophet Muhammad's first wife, Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, who gave birth to several of his children. She is revered in Islam as a successful businesswoman and the first person to accept Muhammad's message. Another notable bearer is American activist Khadijah Farrakhan, while the name also appears in modern literature through Malian author Khadijah bint al-Amin. Although no major geographical places trace directly to her, the name is widespread across Muslim communities worldwide. Common variant spellings include Khadija and Kadija, and the name carries a strong cultural association with dignified, pioneering women.