Khalid
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Eternal, immortal, everlasting
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #940 in 2025 with 250 babies born.
History: From the Arabic meaning eternal or immortal. Khalid ibn al-Walid was one of the greatest military commanders in Islamic history, known as the Sword of God. Singer Khalid has given it modern pop culture visibility.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Khalid? About 1 in 13,314 babies born in 2025 were named Khalid, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Khalid
What does the name Khalid mean?
Khalid means “Eternal, immortal, everlasting” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Khalid?
Khalid has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Eternal, immortal, everlasting”.
How popular is Khalid?
Khalid ranked #940 in 2025 — given to 250 babies that year.
When was Khalid most popular?
Khalid peaked in 2019 with 273 babies registered that year.
Is Khalid a boy or girl name?
Khalid is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Khalids in registered births are male.
Is the name Khalid rising or falling in popularity?
Khalid has fallen 42 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #898 in 2020 to #940 in 2025.
How long has Khalid been recorded?
Khalid appears in birth records across 63 years — from 1962 through 2025.