Khaira

“goodness, beneficence” — Associated with positive qualities

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16416US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

70All-time births

📅 Since 199400

What does Khaira mean and where does it come from?

The name Khaira is often used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic and Turkish-speaking countries. In Arabic, Хорошая is associated with positive qualities, such as kindness and goodness. The name has gained popularity in recent years and may have variations such as 'Khayra.' Notable figures

Cultural significance

Khaira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of goodness, beneficence.

Peak popularity

Reached #10523 in 2014 — currently #16416 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khaira?

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

Khaira Grace

How popular is Khaira right now?

Falling — down 5609 spots — currently #16416 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#16416 · Top 12%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16416	5	▼ down 5609 · -44% births
2022	#10807	9	▲ up 3585 · +50% births
2021	#14392	6	▼ down 1779 · -14% births
2020	#12613	7	▲ up 2649 · +17% births
2015	#15262	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khaira

Best Year2022Rank #10807

Peak Count9

Average Rank#13898

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Khaira

Khaira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 70 total births recorded, Khaira remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #15262 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16416 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khaira in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Khaira by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	18
2010s ★	40
2020s	7

💎Khaira has only 70 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khaira?

Common

KhaKhairKhairieKhairyIra

Famous people named Khaira

Khaira (historical Arab ruler)

Khaira held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Khaira (Quranic figure)

Khaira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Khaira (Islamic scholar)

Khaira bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Khaira (Quranic figure)

Khaira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Khaira?

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

Khamira

Arabic · خَمِيرَة

Khadra

Arabic · green or prosperous

Khayra

Arabic · goodness, virtue, or

India · Poetess; one who

Klaira

American · Latin

Akhira

Arabic · the hereafter; the

Common questions about the name Khaira

What does the name Khaira mean?

Khaira means "goodness, beneficence" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Khaira?

Khaira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Khaira?

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

Is Khaira a common or rare name?

Khaira is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Khaira a classic or a modern name?

Khaira has Arabic roots that go back many centuries, making it a genuine classic rather than a modern invention. Its staying power across generations reflects its fundamental appeal and the strength of its meaning.