Khiry Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Khiry is an African-American name meaning goodness or benefit, derived from the Arabic word 'khair.' It evolved through historical forms like Khir and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. The name is associated with positive traits and has notable contemporary figures.
The name Khiry is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Khiry has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Khiry' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1629th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6281st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5182nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Khiry' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Khiry"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːri/
Origin
African-American
Etymology
The name Khiry is derived from the Arabic word 'khair,' which means 'goodness' or 'benefit.' It reflects positive attributes and is commonly used in African-American communities.
Meaning
goodness, benefit
Language Evolution
Khir, Khiry
Historical Usage
Khiry gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African-American families, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kyrie, Kyree
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Khiry is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Khiry Shelton, Khiry Johnson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Khiry"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Khiry"
"Khiry" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1629th of 16616 | 753 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6281st of 24088 | 186 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5182nd of 23106 | 217 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Khiry" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.36% 1340th/3685 |
25.36% 1135th/4475 |
21.79% 1132nd/5194 |
40.62% 2566th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Khiry" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Khiry"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Khiry" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.