Kairos
Kairos is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Right, critical, or opportune moment.
Origin and history
Kairos is a name of Ancient Greek origin that refers to an opportune or decisive moment. Though rare historically in the U.S., it has seen a recent surge in popularity as a contemporary choice for boys. It carries a strong philosophical tone associated with perfect timing and purpose.
Popularity in the United States
739 babies in the United States have been named Kairos since 1880. It ranks #3937 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1428.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.6 %)
- FL (20.4 %)
- TX (19.7 %)
- MA (5.6 %)
- NY (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 15 |
| 2010-2019 | 215 |
| 2020-2029 | 509 |
Fun facts
- Ancient Greeks had two words for time: 'chronos' for chronological time and 'kairos' for the right or opportune moment.
- In Greek mythology, Caerus (Kairos) was the personification of opportunity and luck, depicted as having a tuft of hair on his forehead by which he could be seized.
- The name has gained significant traction in the U.S. in recent years, with the majority of its historical usage occurring after 2020.