Khiana

“the one with strong spirit”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14310US 2020

6Births / yr

↑Rising

373All-time births

📅 Since 197700

What does Khiana mean and where does it come from?

Khiana is a contemporary name that draws influences from multiple cultures. It is a modern spelling variant and can be seen as related to names that emphasize strength and resilience. While not historically documented, its usage has risen in popularity among diverse groups seeking unique names for t

Cultural significance

Khiana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the one with strong spirit.

Peak popularity

Reached #3155 in 1994 — currently #14310 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khiana?

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

Khiana Grace

How popular is Khiana right now?

Rising fast — up 1189 spots — currently #14310 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2020#14310 · Top 11%

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2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#13753	6	▲ up 1189
2015	#14942	6	▼ down 6046 · -54% births
2010	#8896	13	▼ down 1605 · -19% births
2005	#7291	16	▲ up 3874 · +100% births
2000	#11165	8	▼ down 7608 · -74% births
1995	#3557	31	▲ up 8196 · +520% births
1985	#11753	5	▼ down 105
1980	#11648	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khiana

Best Year1995Rank #3557

Peak Count31

Average Rank#10376

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20208 years

The story of Khiana

Khiana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 373 total births recorded, Khiana remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11648 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13753 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Khiana in 1994:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Khiana by decade

Khiana peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	23
1990s	115
2000s ★	140
2010s	84
2020s	6

💎Khiana has only 373 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khiana?

Common

KhiKhianKhianieKhianyAna

What names sound and feel like Khiana?

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

Khianna

American · A modern invented

Khiara

American · Italian

Shiana

American · A beloved name

Italy · Possibly derived from

Khiala

Indian · to embrace

Common questions about the name Khiana

What does the name Khiana mean?

Khiana means "the one with strong spirit" — 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 Khiana?

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

What is the cultural origin of Khiana?

Khiana 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 Khiana trending right now?

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

Is Khiana a common or rare name?

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