Rising since 2012, #2,998 for girls today.
Popularity of Khalessi since 2012
Babies named Khalessi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 170 |
| 2020s | 236 |
Meaning & origin
Khalessi is a modern invented name directly inspired by the title 'Khaleesi' from the fictional world of Game of Thrones. First recorded in the U.S. in 2012, the name has seen a steady rise in usage, reaching its peak rank of 2,998th in 2025. Despite being relatively rare, with approximately 1 in every 29,223 newborns receiving the name, its cultural association with a powerful female character has driven its appeal. The name's trajectory shows consistent growth since 2012, and its top states include New Jersey, Georgia, and Texas, indicating a diverse geographic spread. Unlike many traditional names, Khalessi has no etymological roots outside of modern fiction, making it a distinctive choice for parents drawn to pop culture references.
Khalessi is a modern coinage derived from the title 'Khaleesi' from George R.R. Martin's novel series A Song of Ice and Fire (1996) and its television adaptation Game of Thrones (2011-2019). In the fictional Dothraki language, Khaleesi means 'queen.' The name first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2012, the year after the show premiered, and has since seen rising popularity due to the character Daenerys Targaryen, who holds the title. Its spelling variant with a double 's' is uncommon.
Where Khalessi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Khali, Lessi, Kiki
Variants: Khaleesi
Sibling names for Khalessi
Names that share Khalessi's style, for a brother or sister.
