Khalid

Arabic

"immortal, everlasting"

Khalid Origin and Meaning

The name Khalid is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning "immortal, everlasting".

Khalid has flirted with the Top 1000 for several decades now, climbing back on in 2015 after more than a decade's absence. Its return could be in part because of the popularity of snapchat personality and rap collaborator DJ Khaled. R&B singer Khalid may also be contributing to its newfound popularity. The name is important in Islamic history thanks to a 7th century military leader. Khalida is the feminine version.

Khalid Rank in US Top 1000

# 959 in the US

Popularity of the name Khalid

• 959 US 2022
• 1141 Nameberry 2025
• 4 Unique 2023
• 536 Future 2028
• 301 England 2023

20 Names Similar to Khalid

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Famous People Named Khalid

• Khalid ibn Walid Arabian general and companion of Muhammad
• Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al Saud King of Saudi Arabia
• Khalid Al Sayyid, Lebanese actor
• Khalid El Amin, American basketball player
• Khalid Boulahrouz Dutch footballer
• Khalid Robinson American singer and songwriter