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Khamani

kah-MAH-nee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining elements from names like Kamari or Jamal.

2025 rank (boys)
#5,399
Babies named in 2025
17
Peak popularity
2004
2025 frequency
1 in 100,475 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2017

Rising since 2017, #5,399 for boys today.

Popularity of Khamani since 2003

Babies named Khamani per year in U.S. Social Security records.

408112120102020Most births 2004GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s210441
2010s140226
2020s5888

Meaning & origin

Khamani is a modern, unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2003, a time when parents increasingly sought unique and creative names. Its peak year was 2004, but it has since maintained a low profile. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2017, suggesting a slow but steady increase in interest. Despite its low rank of 5399 in 2025, Khamani's rarity (1 in 100,475 births) gives it a distinctive appeal for those wanting a name that stands out. It has not been recorded in any top U.S. states, indicating its use is scattered. The etymology is uncertain, but it likely blends sounds from established names, fitting the trend of modern invented names.

Khamani is a modern invented name, first appearing in U.S. records in the early 2000s. It likely blends sounds from popular names such as Kamari and Jamal, following a trend of creating distinctive names with the 'kh' and 'ee' endings. Its use has slowly increased since 2017, though it remains uncommon.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Khay, Mani

Variants: Kamani, Khamari

Sibling names for Khamani

Names that share Khamani's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Kamari, Zahra, Sanaa, Amaya, Nia

Brothers: Jalen, Malik, Khalil, Asher, Omari

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Khamani mean?
Khamani does not have a widely agreed-upon meaning. It is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from elements found in names like Kamari or Jamal, which have African or Arabic roots.
How popular is the name Khamani?
Khamani is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 5,399 with only about 1 in every 100,475 births given the name.
Is Khamani a boy's or girl's name?
Khamani is used for both boys and girls, though it is slightly more common for boys.