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KhalidIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Eternal

Pronunciation: kha-LID

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Name
Khalid
Meaning
Eternal
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kha-LID
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Khalid mean?

Khalid is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Eternal". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: kha-LID. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

خالد

خالد کا مطلب ہوتا ہے مستقل یا باقی رہنے والا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

خالد

خالد تعني الباقي أو الدائم في اللغة العربية

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kha-LID

IPA

/ˈxɑːlɪd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Khalid is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Eternal. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

RedBlue

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, Free-spirited

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Quranic context, Khalid refers to the eternal nature of God's promise and the eternal life

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Khalid has a deep and rich cultural history within the Islamic world. In the early Islamic era, there were several prominent figures with the name Khalid, most notably Khalid ibn al-Walid, who was one of the greatest military commanders in Islamic history. His conquests helped establish the early Islamic empire and secure its territories. The name Khalid has also been the given name of many renowned scholars, poets, and leaders throughout Islamic history. It carries a sense of strength, honor, and leadership.
In Islamic tradition, Khalid carries a deep spiritual meaning. The name comes from the Arabic word "khhalida," which means "eternal" or "everlasting." This spiritual significance is reflected in the character and deeds of Khalid ibn al-Walid, who, despite his military exploits, is also remembered for his deep faith and devotion to Allah. The name Khalid thus signifies the eternal and never-ending nature of Allah's mercy and love towards His creation. It is a reminder of the eternal and everlasting blessings that come from Allah, and the importance of living a life that seeks to please Him and attain eternal salvation.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Companion of the Prophet Muhammad The name Khalid carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Khalid Abdul Wahid

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Khalid

Eternal, immortal, or perpetual

🇵🇰Urdu

خالد

خالد کا مطلب ہوتا ہے مستقل یا باقی رہنے والا

🇸🇦Arabic

خالد

خالد تعني الباقي أو الدائم في اللغة العربية

🇮🇳Hindi

खालिद

खालिद का अर्थ है स्थायी या शाश्वत

🇦🇫Pashto

خالد

خالد معنی دایمي یا پاتې

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