Kahn

Pronunciation: [ k-AHN ]

Kahn is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,463 in the US.

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Meaning & Origin

Kahn is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AHN.

Parents who love the name Kahn often also consider Christoher, Jakiah, Flavel .

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Historical Record

Kahn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.

Over 41 babies have been named Kahn in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kahn is past its peak , currently ranked #19,463 for boy names in the US .

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#19,463
Current Rank
Peaked 1963 Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,463
Total SSA Count
6

Alternative Spellings

Kahlil #1894 Kahari #2069 Kahmari #3437

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kahn

Is Kahn a boy or girl name?
Kahn is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kahn?
Kahn is pronounced k-AHN.
How popular is the name Kahn?
Kahn is currently ranked #19463 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Kahn a common or rare name?
Kahn is an uncommon name, ranked #19463 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Kahn?
Kahn pairs well with Christoher, Jakiah, Flavel, Blythe in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Kahn?
Related spellings include Kahlil, Kahari, Kahmari.

About the Name Kahn

Kahn is a boy name .

Kahn is currently ranked #19,463 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Kahn include Kahlil, Kahari, Kahmari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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