Khaya
Girl nameKhaya has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1993. It peaked in 2014. In 2025, about 1 in 267,878 girls was named Khaya.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
249
Peak year
2014 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1993
10-year trend
▼ -14%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Khaya — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Khaya.
Sibling name ideas for Khaya
Same era and popularity as Khaya, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Khaya?
Khaya has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1993. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Khaya peak?
Khaya peaked in 2014, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Khaya a girl or boy name?
Khaya is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Khaya are girls).
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