Declining since 2003, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Khia since 1974
Babies named Khia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 439 |
| 2010s | 186 |
| 2020s | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Khia is a modern American name that first appeared on record in 1974. Its peak popularity came in 2002, when it ranked highest, but it has been on a steady decline since 2003. In 2025, the name ranked 14,942, with a frequency of 1 in 321,453 girls. Its origins are unclear, likely a respelling of Kia or a creative coinage. Khia has not been associated with any states or notable cultural shifts, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. While it lacks a traditional etymology, its simple two-syllable sound keeps it accessible, though its rarity means children named Khia may rarely encounter a namesake.
Khia first appeared in the United States in 1974. It may have originated as a phonetic respelling of Kia, itself a short form of names like Kiana, or as a modern invented name. Its usage has declined since a peak in 2002, but it remains in occasional use.
Sibling names for Khia
Names that share Khia's style, for a brother or sister.
