Declining since 2003, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Khaliq since 1981
Babies named Khaliq per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 164 |
| 2000s | 270 |
| 2010s | 230 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Khaliq entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1981 and reached its peak popularity in 2003, after which its usage has gradually declined. It is a religiously significant masculine name in Arabic, meaning 'Creator' and is one of the 99 names of God in Islam. While not commonly found among the top 1,000 names nationally, it maintains steady usage within Muslim communities. The name's trajectory shows a falling trend since its peak year of 2003, reflecting broader patterns in the naming preferences of American Muslim families. Its relatively low frequency (roughly 1 in 189,786 male births in 2025) suggests it remains a distinctive choice with deep cultural roots.
Khaliq is a direct transcription of the Arabic name 'Khāliq', meaning 'Creator'. It is one of the 99 names of God (al-asmāʼ al-ḥusnā) in Islamic tradition. The name has been used by Muslim families across the world and carries strong religious significance. Its use in the United States dates back to at least 1981, reflecting immigration patterns from the Muslim world.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Khali
Sibling names for Khaliq
Names that share Khaliq's style, for a brother or sister.
