Is Khalia a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Khalia is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Khalia?

It’s currently ranked #845 in the U.S. Recent trend: Falling.

How do you pronounce Khalia?

KAH-lee-uh · IPA: //ˈkɑːliə//

Khalia Girl

Popularity: #845 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAH-lee-uh / /ˈkɑːliə/

Arabic; African

Meaning

Arabic: 'the one who is beloved'; African: 'a form of the name Khali'

Historical & Cultural Background

Khalia is a name that has roots in both Arabic and African cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with love and affection. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly among communities that value names with positive meanings. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, making it appealing to a diverse range of parents.

Trend Summary

Khalia has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.

Variants

Khaliah
Khalya

International Variants

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Famous people named Khalia

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Fictional characters named Khalia

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Sibling Suggestions

Khalil Khalida Khalis Khalisa

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Khalia was first seen in the United States in 1976. Khalia has ranked as high as #1190 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Khalia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Khalia (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
TX	13	22%
CA	10	17%
GA	10	17%
FL	8	13%
NY	7	12%
AL	7	12%
IL	5	8%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1976	7
1977	12
1978	14
1979	19
1980	17
1981	9
1982	20
1983	13
1984	12
1985	10
1986	12
1987	20
1988	14
1989	14
1990	15
1991	30
1992	34
1993	33
1994	41
1995	78
1996	88
1997	84
1998	56
1999	69
2000	76
2001	99
2002	83
2003	94
2004	115
2005	76
2006	83
2007	86
2008	75
2009	106
2010	82
2011	109
2012	104
2013	102
2014	112
2015	125
2016	120
2017	118
2018	150
2019	182
2020	142
2021	143
2022	128
2023	129
2024	105