Khai
boy name#1176 in 2025Khai entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #723 in 2023, ranks #1176 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1977–2025
#1176
rank today
#723
peak (2023)
175
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5951 |
| 1980s | #5031 |
| 1990s | #4228 |
| 2000s | #2690 |
| 2010s | #1599 |
| 2020s | #994 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Khai has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,200 people named Khai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Khai is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Khai in 2025?
- Khai ranks #1176 among US boy names in 2025, with 175 babies given the name.
- When was the name Khai most popular?
- Khai peaked in 2023, reaching #723 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Khai with classmates?
- Khai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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