Khary

“A name that means 'king' or 'ruler'.” — Associated with several African languages

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13405US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

914All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Khary mean and where does it come from?

Khary is a name with African roots, commonly associated with several African languages. In recent years, it has gained popularity in the United States. The variant spelling may also signify its heritage, and it reflects a strong, regal quality.

Cultural significance

Khary has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name that means 'king' or 'ruler'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1146 in 1975 — currently #13405 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khary?

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

Khary Grace

How popular is Khary right now?

Falling — down 4870 spots — currently #13405 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2022#13405 · Top 9.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#13405	5	▼ down 4870 · -44% births
2021	#8535	9	▼ down 961 · -10% births
2020	#7574	10	▲ up 3353 · +67% births
2015	#10927	6	▼ down 1897 · -25% births
2010	#9030	8	▲ up 370 · +14% births
2005	#9400	7	▼ down 3687 · -42% births
2000	#5713	12	▼ down 2206 · -37% births
1995	#3507	19	▼ down 373 · -5% births
1990	#3134	20	▲ up 44 · +33% births
1985	#3178	15	▼ down 1564 · -59% births
1980	#1614	37	▼ down 468 · -33% births
1975	#1146	55	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khary

Best Year1975Rank #1146

Peak Count55

Average Rank#6430

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202212 years

The story of Khary

Khary is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 914 total births recorded, Khary remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1146 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13405 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Khary in 1975:

Michael Jason Christopher James David

Khary by decade

Khary peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s ★	373
1980s	171
1990s	167
2000s	119
2010s	74
2020s	10

💎Khary has only 914 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khary?

Common

KhaKhieKhy

What names sound and feel like Khary?

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

Kary

American · English

Khiry

American · The name may

Khory

American · American

Khadyn

American · A modern invented

Hary

India · Hebrew

Jary

American · Descendant of Jer

Cary

American · from the cove

Khalyn

American · English

Common questions about the name Khary

What does the name Khary mean?

Khary means "A name that means 'king' or 'ruler'." — 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 Khary?

Khary is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy 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 Khary?

Khary 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.

Is Khary a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Khary?

Khary naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.