Khalid
Boy name · 81 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Khalid: 81 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 10 births in 2025.
Born from the Arabic root *khalada*, meaning "to remain forever," Khalid translates to "eternal" or "immortal." The most celebrated historical bearer is Khalid ibn al-Walid, a 7th-century companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a brilliant military strategist undefeated in battle. In modern times, American singer-songwriter Khalid (full name Khalid Donnel Robinson) brought the name to global pop culture with hits like "Location." Though no major Scottish places share this root, the name is widely used across the Muslim world and has grown popular among diverse families in Scotland. A common spelling variant is Khaled, notably carried by Palestinian-American DJ Khaled. The name's powerful meaning and distinguished lineage give it a timeless, cross-cultural appeal.
Boy 21 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202510 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #33310 babies
- Total births
- 81since 1976
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 44%vs prior 5y