UK boy's name
Khaleed
An Arabic masculine name signifying immortal or eternal.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Khaleed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Khaleed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 5 births.
This profile covers 25 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2008 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 25 living people in the UK are called Khaleed. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Khaleed ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 5 boys were registered as Khaleed.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Khaleed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2014
5 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Khaleed mean?
The name Khaleed has its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the region of the Arabian Peninsula during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic root word "khaal," which means "to last or endure," signifying a sense of permanence and longevity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Khaleed can be found in the historical annals of the Islamic world, where it was borne by several notable figures. Among them was Khaleed ibn al-Walid, a revered military commander during the nascent years of Islamic expansion in the 7th century. His victories and strategic prowess earned him the epithet "The Sword of Allah."
Another prominent figure bearing this name was Khaleed ibn Yazid, a member of the Umayyad dynasty who briefly ruled as the 14th caliph from 685 to 686 CE. While his reign was short-lived, he is remembered for his involvement in the Second Islamic Civil War, which shaped the political landscape of the region.
During the medieval era, the name Khaleed also appeared in various literary works and poetic compositions, reflecting its cultural significance. One notable example is the renowned Persian poet Khaleed al-Samarqandi, who lived in the 11th century and was renowned for his mastery of the ghazal form.
In more recent times, the name Khaleed has been carried by several influential figures from the Arab world. One such individual was Khaleed Mashal, a prominent Palestinian politician who served as the leader of the Hamas political party from 1996 to 2017, playing a significant role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Another noteworthy bearer of the name was Khaleed Hosseini, an Afghan-American novelist and physician, best known for his critically acclaimed novels "The Kite Runner" and "A Thousand Splendid Suns," which shed light on the experiences of Afghan people during times of conflict and upheaval.
Throughout history, the name Khaleed has maintained its presence and significance, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries. Its enduring nature and rich historical associations have contributed to its continued use and popularity in various parts of the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Khaleed over time
The chart below shows babies named Khaleed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Khaleed, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Khaleed by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Khaleed was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4410 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #4326 | 11 | 3 |
| 2000s | #4432 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Khaleed
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- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Khaleed: questions and answers
How popular is the name Khaleed in the UK right now?
In 2023, Khaleed was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Khaleed most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 5 babies registered as Khaleed in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Khaleed?
An Arabic masculine name signifying immortal or eternal.
How many people are called Khaleed in the UK?
A total of 25 babies have been registered as Khaleed across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.