Khadeeja is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'khadeejah', which means 'the first'. It is often associated with the Prophet Muhammad's first wife, Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, who was renowned for her intelligence and business acumen. The name Khadeeja is composed of three letters: 'Kh' (خ), 'a' (ا), and 'j' (ج). In Arabic script, it is written as خديجة. It follows the rules of Arabic pronunciation, with the first letter being pronounced as a guttural sound, followed by a long vowel 'a', and ending with a sound similar to the 'j' in English, but produced from the back of the throat. The name Khadeeja is particularly popular among Muslims worldwide, with notable historical figures sharing this name including Sayyida Khadija al-Kubra, the mother of the 12th Shi'a Imam, Muhammad al-Mahdi.
"Khadeeja saw peak popularity in the early 2000s, with 15 births recorded in 2001, and consistently high numbers until 2009. However, it has since declined, averaging around 6-7 births per year from 2010 onwards."