Khai

Q: What is the origin of Khai?

Khai is of Vietnamese origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Khai a boy name?

Khai is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"To Open or Succeed"

Khai appears in multiple linguistic contexts, including Vietnamese usage and Arabic influenced transliterations, producing differing semantic readings.

Themes:shortmultioriginmodern

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Popularity History of Khai

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#947Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#947

Khai was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-225

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Khai Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Khai.

8 ideas

khay

Nickname

khai

Nickname

khie

Nickname

kho

Nickname

khaiy

Nickname

“Commander; Prince”

#928

|Arabic

Baby Name Lists That Include Khai

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Khai mean?

Khai means "To Open or Succeed". Khai appears in multiple linguistic contexts, including Vietnamese usage and Arabic influenced transliterations, produci

What is the origin of Khai?

Khai is of Vietnamese origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Khai?

According to the latest SSA data, Khai is currently ranked #947 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Khai a boy name?

Khai is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Khai?

Popular nicknames for Khai include khay, khai, khie, kho, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Khai?

There are many names similar to Khai in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginVietnamese, Arabic

Syllables1

Length4 letters

US Rank#947

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

An Anh Binh Chi Cuong

Sisters

Anh An Anhthu Bich Chi

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