Khiry
Khiry is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Charitable, benevolent, or full of goodness.
Origin and history
Khiry is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from Khairy or Khairi, meaning benevolent or charitable. It entered broader U.S. usage in the late 20th century, famously associated with figures in American sports and politics. Today, it remains a distinct, relatively uncommon choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
1,164 babies in the United States have been named Khiry since 1880. It ranks #3530 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1862.
States where it is most popular
- NY (13 %)
- GA (11.7 %)
- FL (10.1 %)
- NJ (8 %)
- NC (7.6 %)
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 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 651 |
| 2000-2010 | 66 |
| 2010-2019 | 223 |
| 2020-2029 | 65 |
Famous people named Khiry
- Khiry Robinson: Football player, Athlete
- Khiry Shelton: Soccer player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Khiry is an English phonetic spelling variant of the traditional Arabic masculine name Khairi or Khairy.
- The name gained notable visibility in the U.S. in the early 1990s.