Khary
Khary is a boy's name of African origin.
Meaning
King-like, royal, or regal.
Origin and history
Khary is a masculine name often associated with West African origins, where it can mean 'like a king' or be used as a variant spelling of names like Khari. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinct choice, with under 1,000 recorded births for boys since 1880.
Popularity in the United States
928 babies in the United States have been named Khary since 1880. It ranks #3750 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1903.
States where it is most popular
- NY (45.5 %)
- MI (22.3 %)
- PA (15.9 %)
- CA (5.2 %)
- NJ (4.7 %)
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 | 373 |
| 1980-1990 | 171 |
| 1990-2000 | 167 |
| 2000-2010 | 119 |
| 2010-2019 | 74 |
| 2020-2029 | 24 |
Famous people named Khary
- Khary Payton: Actor, Voice Actor
Fun facts
- Khary is widely used in West African regions and among African American families seeking a culturally resonant name.
- Fewer than 1,000 total births have been recorded for boys named Khary in the United States since 1880.