Khalid
Khalid first appears in US records in 1962. It peaked in 2019, when 273 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 250.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Khalid popular?
Near its peak Khalid is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2019.
| 2020s | 1,459 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,092 | |
| 2000s | 1,708 | |
| 1990s | 1,546 | |
| 1980s | 708 | |
| 1970s | 600 | |
| 1960s | 84 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Khalid mean?
From the root kh-l-d (خ-ل-د, 'to be eternal, everlasting'), meaning 'eternal, immortal, undying'. Borne by the general Khalid ibn al-Walid. Also spelled Khaled.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khalid mean?
Khalid means eternal, immortal. From the root kh-l-d (خ-ل-د, 'to be eternal, everlasting'), meaning 'eternal, immortal, undying'. Borne by the general Khalid ibn al-Walid. Also spelled Khaled.
What is the origin of the name Khalid?
Khalid is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Khalid?
Khalid is pronounced “KHAA-lid.”
Is Khalid a boy or a girl name?
Khalid is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Khalid a popular name right now?
Khalid is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2019.
How popular is the name Khalid?
In 2025, Khalid ranked #940 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Khalid most popular?
Khalid was most popular in 2019, when about 273 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Khalid?
Names similar to Khalid include Imran, Rayyan, Ayan, Mustafa, Ismail.
What names go well with Khalid?
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