Declining since 2012, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Khairi since 1990
Babies named Khairi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 107 |
| 2000s | 120 |
| 2010s | 220 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Khairi is a rare name of Arabic origin, meaning 'goodness' or 'beneficence'. First recorded in U.S. data in 1990, it reached its modest peak in 2011 at rank 7679, with about 1 in 170,808 boys receiving the name that year. Since 2012, its popularity has been gradually declining. The name has not yet appeared in top state rankings, reflecting its niche use. Khairi is a modern multicultural choice, valued for its positive meaning and smooth pronunciation.
The name Khairi is widely considered to be of Arabic origin, stemming from the root 'khayr', which denotes goodness, prosperity, or beneficence. It is a relatively modern given name in the United States, first appearing on record in 1990, and remains uncommon, peaking in rank at 7679 in 2011. The name is borne primarily in Muslim communities and has gained modest use in English-speaking countries as a multicultural choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Khai
Sibling names for Khairi
Names that share Khairi's style, for a brother or sister.
