Kadija

Kadija is a female first name that is considered an English and Maghrebi variant of the name Khadija (خديجة). The name can be directly translated as 'the premature one', 'the early born', or also 'the born too early'.

What does the name Kadija mean?

Kadija is a female first name that represents an English and Maghrebi form of the name Khadija (خديجة). It translates to 'the premature one', 'the early born', or simply 'the born too early' or 'the (female) premature birth'. The origin of the name is found in Arabic, derived from the word khadıja, which stands for 'a prematurely born child'. This ancient Arabic name became known through the first wife of the Prophet Mohammed, who bore this name and was the first woman of the Muslim faith. Other variants include Chadidscha, Chadija, Chadidja, Chadijah, Hadidscha, Hatice, Khadijah, Khadidja, and Kadidja.

Where does the name Kadija come from?

The name Kadija has Arabic roots and carries meanings such as 'the premature one' or 'the early born'.

How do you pronounce Kadija?

The sound structure of Kadija is three syllables and flowing. In German pronunciation, the name is typically rendered as 'Ka-di-ja' [kaˈdiːja]. It begins with an open A sound that conveys warmth and clarity. The stressed middle syllable with a long i provides brightness in the sound. The gentle 'j' leads to the open ending '-a'. Thus, Kadija sounds melodic and friendly - harmonious, feminine, and balanced.

Popularity

In Germany, Kadija enjoys great popularity. The name currently ranks 2,358th on the list of the most common female first names. In 2016, it reached its best position at 1,299th. Over the last ten years, Kadija has been given as a first name about 80 times, placing it 2,835th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,823rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Kadi

Famous people

• Kadija Sesay (British short story author)