US Popularity:9415
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:Successor; Ruler; Leader
Khalifa is a popular boy's name in Arabic communities, meaning "successor," "ruler," and "leader," with a rich history tied to Islam. In English, it's often called caliph, symbolizing a significant political and religious role as the successor to the prophet Muhammad and the leader of the entire Muslim world. In today's context, Wiz Khalifa embodies this name on stage, and you might recognize his work in Suicide Squad and Furious 7. Imagine your little one carrying such a mighty name and making their way up the ladder to success in their chosen field.

Khalifa Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Khalifa is currently #9415 in U.S. births
Boy:Khalifa is currently #3167 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#9415
in 2022
+ 1535
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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