Khai Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAI / /kaɪ/Vietnamese; Arabic
Meaning
Vietnamese: 'victory'; Arabic: 'king'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Vietnamese culture, the name Khai is often associated with success and triumph. It is commonly used in various contexts, including names for boys. In Arabic, the name conveys a sense of royalty and leadership. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its positive meanings.
Trend Summary
The name Khai has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khay
- Khae
International Variants
- Khai (Vietnamese)
- Khay (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khai was first seen in the United States in 1977. Khai has ranked as high as #1015 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Khai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khai (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 32 | |
CA | 27 | |
FL | 19 | |
NY | 19 | |
GA | 13 | |
LA | 12 | |
PA | 10 | |
VA | 10 | |
OH | 10 | |
AZ | 7 | |
IN | 6 | |
OK | 6 | |
MI | 6 | |
MD | 5 | |
MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1977 | 5 |
1979 | 5 |
1980 | 9 |
1981 | 9 |
1982 | 7 |
1983 | 5 |
1984 | 6 |
1985 | 8 |
1986 | 8 |
1987 | 5 |
1988 | 10 |
1989 | 12 |
1990 | 14 |
1991 | 6 |
1992 | 7 |
1993 | 20 |
1994 | 17 |
1995 | 20 |
1996 | 20 |
1997 | 23 |
1998 | 17 |
1999 | 22 |
2000 | 22 |
2001 | 35 |
2002 | 34 |
2003 | 47 |
2004 | 48 |
2005 | 36 |
2006 | 51 |
2007 | 44 |
2008 | 43 |
2009 | 53 |
2010 | 65 |
2011 | 73 |
2012 | 65 |
2013 | 71 |
2014 | 119 |
2015 | 112 |
2016 | 125 |
2017 | 136 |
2018 | 168 |
2019 | 153 |
2020 | 145 |
2021 | 221 |
2022 | 278 |
2023 | 367 |
2024 | 240 |