Declining since 2021, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Khadir since 1991
Babies named Khadir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Khadir is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1991. It reached its peak popularity in 2000, but has since declined. In 2025, it ranked 8,243rd, with approximately 1 in 189,786 boys receiving the name. The name's usage has been falling since 2021, reflecting a broader trend away from less common Arabic names. Despite its rarity, Khadir carries deep cultural and religious significance in Islamic tradition, where al-Khidr is a figure of wisdom and immortality. The name is most common among families with South Asian or Middle Eastern heritage, though it has not concentrated in any particular U.S. state.
Khadir is a variant of the Arabic name Khadir or Khidr, derived from the root kh-d-r meaning 'green' or 'evergreen'. In Islamic tradition, al-Khidr is a revered figure known for wisdom and immortality, often associated with greenery and life. The name has been used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Khady
Sibling names for Khadir
Names that share Khadir's style, for a brother or sister.
