Khalif
Khalif is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Successor, leader, or deputy.
Origin and history
Khalif is a male given name of Arabic origin, derived from the title meaning successor, ruler, or leader. While relatively uncommon in the United States, it has maintained a steady presence as a modern cultural name. It offers a strong, dignified meaning rooted in historical leadership titles.
Popularity in the United States
1,740 babies in the United States have been named Khalif since 1880. It ranks #3056 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1743.
States where it is most popular
- PA (48.2 %)
- NJ (25.7 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- GA (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 120 |
| 1980-1990 | 272 |
| 1990-2000 | 457 |
| 2000-2010 | 298 |
| 2010-2019 | 409 |
| 2020-2029 | 184 |
Famous people named Khalif
- Khalif Wyatt: Basketball Player
- Khalif Raymond: American Football Player
Fun facts
- The name stems from the historic title Caliph, denoting a supreme religious and political leader.
- Khalif has seen consistent moderate usage in the United States since the late 20th century.