Rising since 2008, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Kayhan since 2000
Babies named Kayhan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Kayhan entered U.S. records in 2000 and has been steadily rising in popularity, particularly since 2008. In 2025, it ranked 3757, with about 1 in 58,899 babies named Kayhan. Its peak year so far is 2025, and it shows no signs of slowing. The name is most common in California, reflecting its appeal among Persian-American families. As a mythological name with royal connotations, Kayhan offers a distinctive alternative to more common Persian imports like Darius or Cyrus.
Kayhan is a Persian name derived from the Avestan 'Kavi' (king or poet) and 'han' (house or realm), combining to mean 'king of the universe' or 'ruler of the world.' It appears in Persian mythology and epic poetry, notably in the 'Shahnameh,' as a title for legendary kings. The name has been used in Iran and among the Persian diaspora, occasionally adopted by other cultures for its regal sound.
Where Kayhan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kayhan” around the world
Where Kayhan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kay
Sibling names for Kayhan
Names that share Kayhan's style, for a brother or sister.
