Declining since 2019, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Khi since 1999
Babies named Khi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 | 78 |
| 2010s | 27 | 186 |
| 2020s | 0 | 95 |
Meaning & origin
Khi is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 1999, reflecting the trend of short, creative names. It peaked in popularity in 2015, and since 2019 its usage has been falling. In the most recent year, 2025, it ranked 8,243rd, with about 1 in every 189,786 boys given the name. Despite its recent origin, it has not been recorded in any top states, indicating a sparse and scattered distribution. The name's appeal likely lies in its simple, sleek sound and resemblance to more established names like Kai.
The name Khi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, suggesting it is a modern coinage. It may have been formed from the popular sound 'ki' (as in Kai) or as a creative respelling. Its meaning is not rooted in any traditional language.
Sibling names for Khi
Names that share Khi's style, for a brother or sister.
