Khalid
eternal, immortal
- Origin
- Arabic
- Religion
- Muslim
- Gender
- Boy
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Pronunciation
- KHAH-lid
- Popularity
- stable
About the name Khalid
Khalid is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "eternal, immortal". It is most commonly used in Muslim families and is especially popular in Saudi Arabia.
Khalid ibn al-Walid is one of the best-known military commanders in early Islamic history, and the name has stayed steadily in use across the Gulf and North Africa ever since. The meaning — eternal, everlasting — makes it a frequent element in compound names. Khaled is the standard Levantine and Egyptian spelling; Halid is the Turkish one.
Variants and spellings: Khaled, Halid.
Popularity trend: Khalid has held a steady level of use rather than spiking or fading.
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Frequently asked about Khalid
- What does the name Khalid mean?
- Khalid means "eternal, immortal". It's a boy name of Arabic origin, most commonly used in Muslim families and popular in Saudi Arabia.
- Where does the name Khalid come from?
- Khalid originates from Arabic. On Babbloom it's classified in the Muslim naming tradition.
- Is Khalid a boy or girl name?
- Khalid is a boy name.