Rising since 2006, #2,108 for boys today.
Popularity of Khyrie since 1990
Babies named Khyrie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 17 |
| 2000s | 6 | 15 |
| 2010s | 47 | 345 |
| 2020s | 25 | 410 |
Meaning & origin
Khyrie is a modern spelling variant of Kyrie that first appeared in U.S. records in 1990 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 2006. In 2025, it ranked 2108 for boys, with a peak in 2022. The name is most common in Mississippi, Georgia, and North Carolina. Its rise reflects a broader trend of creative respellings and names beginning with 'Kh-,' a pattern seen in other modern coinages. While its etymology may trace to Greek or Irish roots, the spelling Khyrie is a distinctly American invention.
Khyrie is a modern spelling variant of Kyrie, itself a name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Greek 'Kyrios' (lord), a term used in Christian liturgy, or it may be an Anglicized form of the Irish name Ciara (dark-haired). The 'Kh-' spelling emerged in the late 20th century as a creative respelling, reflecting a broader trend of unique name modifications in the United States.
Where Khyrie is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ky, Rie
Sibling names for Khyrie
Names that share Khyrie's style, for a brother or sister.
