Khaliq
Khaliq is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Creator, creation, or good character.
Origin and history
Khaliq is a name of Arabic origin derived from the root meaning 'to create' or 'character'. In Islamic tradition, Al-Khaliq ('The Creator') is one of the 99 names of God, though Khaliq is also used as a personal given name. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice, given to fewer than a thousand boys since 1880.
Popularity in the United States
755 babies in the United States have been named Khaliq since 1880. It ranks #3921 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1841.
States where it is most popular
- NY (66.7 %)
- NC (16.7 %)
- PA (11.5 %)
- VA (5.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 164 |
| 2000-2010 | 270 |
| 2010-2019 | 230 |
| 2020-2029 | 86 |
Fun facts
- While Al-Khaliq specifically denotes 'The Creator' in Islam, Khaliq without the definite article is often given to express creativity and good character.
- The name has maintained a steady, modest presence in American birth records over recent decades.