Khaia

“Khaia is a contemporary variation of the name Kaia, which has its roots in Greek and Hawaiian cultures”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8724US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

47All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Khaia mean and where does it come from?

Khaia is a contemporary variation of the name Kaia, which has its roots in Greek and Hawaiian cultures. Kaia is often interpreted as 'the sea' in Hawaiian and 'pure' or 'beloved' in Greek. The name Khaia has emerged in modern times, mainly in the United States, as a unique spelling variation, appeal

Cultural significance

Khaia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #14951 in 2017 — currently #8724 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khaia?

Khaia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Khaia Grace

How popular is Khaia right now?

Rising fast — up 7815 spots — currently #8724 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8724 · Top 6.4%

2005

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8724	12	▲ up 7815 · +140% births
2022	#16539	5	▼ down 8705 · -64% births
2021	#7834	14	▲ up 9774 · +180% births
2015	#17608	5	▲ up 387
2005	#17995	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khaia

Best Year2021Rank #7834

Peak Count14

Average Rank#13740

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Khaia

Khaia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 47 total births recorded, Khaia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17995 in 2005 to #8724 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khaia in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Khaia by decade

Khaia peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s ★	26
2010s	16

💎Khaia has only 47 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khaia?

Common

KhaKhaiieKhaiy

What names sound and feel like Khaia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Khaia also consider these

Turkish · The place holder.

Kaia

Hawaiian · Sea, ocean

Common questions about the name Khaia

What does the name Khaia mean?

Khaia means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Khaia?

Khaia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Khaia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Khaia?

Khaia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Khaia sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Khaia flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Khaia ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Khaia trending right now?

Khaia is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.