Khalif Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Khalif originates from Arabic, meaning 'successor' or 'steward.' It evolved from the term Khalifah, which has historical significance in Islamic leadership. The name is associated with traits of authority and leadership. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Khalif is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Khalif has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Khalif' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3430th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1911th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3109th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3083rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Khalif' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Khalif"
Pronunciation
/kəˈliːf/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Khalif derives from the Arabic word 'Khalifah,' which means 'successor' or 'steward.' It historically refers to the leaders of the Islamic community following the death of the Prophet Muhammad.
Meaning
successor, steward
Language Evolution
Khalifah (Arabic), Caliph (Latinized form), Khalif (modern adaptation)
Historical Usage
The term gained prominence during the early Islamic period, especially during the Umayyad and Abbasid caliphates, and has been used in various forms throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Caliph, Khalifah, Khalifa
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary contexts, Khalif is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with leadership and authority in the Islamic world.
Famous People
Khalif ibn al-Walid, a notable early Islamic general, Khalif Muhammad, an influential leader in modern Islamic movements
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Khalif"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Khalif"
"Khalif" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3430th of 10718 | 143 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1911th of 16616 | 591 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3109th of 24088 | 522 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3083rd of 23106 | 459 |
Regional Popularity of "Khalif" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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37.38% 1302nd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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15.35% 687th/4475 |
- |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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27.23% 1406th/5164 |
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59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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52.98% 2377th/4487 |
41.34% 2820th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Khalif" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Khalif"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Khalif" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.