Khali
Khali is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Eternal, immortal, or sincere friend.
Origin and history
Khali is a name of Arabic origin, often understood as a variant spelling of Khalid, meaning 'eternal' or 'immortal', or associated with the Arabic word for 'friend'. In the United States, it is a relatively rare male name that has seen steady, modest usage in recent years. Its short, distinct sound aligns with modern naming trends favoring two-syllable names ending in a vowel sound.
Popularity in the United States
700 babies in the United States have been named Khali since 1880. It ranks #3976 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1808.
States where it is most popular
- NC (29.7 %)
- VA (29.7 %)
- CA (27 %)
- TX (13.5 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 101 |
| 2000-2010 | 229 |
| 2010-2019 | 240 |
| 2020-2029 | 119 |
Fun facts
- The name Khali is often used as a modern streamlined variant of the classical Arabic name Khalid.
- Despite its ancient Arabic roots, Khali has gained visibility in the U.S. primarily in recent decades.