How Many People Are Named Khadija?

Complete statistics for the name Khadija: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Khadija
Very Rare
Arabic

Khadija is a very rare name, with only 5,013 total births in the U.S. and 4,949 people currently living with it. It's so unique, you'd find someone named Khadija in 1 out of every 66,681 Americans. And it's not just rare, but also young, with most being under 30.

~4,949
Living in US
1 in 66,681
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Strong Devoted
8
Life Path Number

The number 8 in numerology symbolizes prosperity, success, and stability. It's associated with material wealth and the ability to achieve goals through hard work and perseverance.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

266,313
Worldwide Bearers
#375
Global Rank
🇰🇪 Kenya
29,050
🇸🇴 Somalia
28,602
🇯🇴 Jordan
24,781
🇱🇧 Lebanon
21,404
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
20,530
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
19,816
🇪🇬 Egypt
18,196
🇸🇩 Sudan
14,080
🇪🇸 Spain
11,126
🇵🇸 Palestine
10,786

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
4,949 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 19
3,751
Would be under 30 (75%)
1,257
Would be 30–60 (25%)
5
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 5,013 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
13
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Khadija Through the Generations

The name Khadija has seen a steady rise in popularity, with its peak year coming in 2024 when 231 babies were given this name. This growth contrasts sharply with its relatively low total births, indicating a strong modern appeal. The majority of those named Khadija are under 30, making up 75% of the total population, which aligns with its status as a modern, newer-generation name. Interestingly, while the name is rare, the number of people currently living with it is quite close to the total births, suggesting a high survival rate and continued interest in the name across generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 879
California 415
Texas 240
Illinois 197
Ohio 186
Minnesota 164
Virginia 157
New Jersey 148
Pennsylvania 139
Michigan 121

✨ Similar Names to Khadija

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Khadija's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Khadija

How Many People Have the Name Khadija?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,949 people in the United States currently share the name Khadija. That works out to roughly 1 in every 66,681 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Khadija a Common or Rare Name?

Khadija is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Khadija in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Khadija Most Popular?

The name Khadija reached peak popularity in 2024, with 231 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Khadija?

Approximately 4,949 people named Khadija live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,013. That works out to roughly 1 in 66,681 Americans.

Is Khadija a rare name?

Khadija is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 66,681 Americans has this name.

What does the name Khadija mean?

The meaning and origin of Khadija are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Khadija more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Khadija are male and 100% are female.

When was Khadija most popular?

Khadija peaked in 2024 with 231 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,949
All-Time Births5,013
1 in X1 in 66,681
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age19
Peak Year2024
World Rank#375
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.