"of the Khasi people, born of the Khasi"
Origin: Khasi
Language: Khasi
Khasi
Boy Name
#32,210 Most Popular
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2 Syllables
Named for one of India's last matriarchal peoples
Khasi
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South Asian
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Meaning & Origin
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The Story of Khasi
Khasi refers to the Khasi people, an indigenous ethnic group living primarily in the Meghalaya state of northeastern India. The Khasi language belongs to the Austroasiatic language family. Using Khasi as a given name honors this matrilineal culture, one of the few remaining matriarchal societies in the world. The name itself may derive from a term meaning 'born of' or relating to the land.
Khasi as a given name is rare outside of the Meghalaya region of India. It may appeal to parents of Khasi heritage or those drawn to unique, culturally meaningful names from underrepresented South Asian traditions.
The Khasi people of Meghalaya, India maintain one of the world's largest remaining matrilineal societies, where property and lineage pass through the mother. Using this name honors a culture with a rich oral tradition, unique governance systems, and a connection to the forests and hills of northeastern India.
Fun Facts
- The Khasi people of Meghalaya maintain one of the world's last matrilineal societies where women inherit property
- Meghalaya (land of the clouds) where the Khasi live is one of the wettest places on Earth
- The Khasi language is part of the Austroasiatic family, related to Mon-Khmer languages
Khasi in Other Languages
Hindi
खासी
Khasi
Khasi
Bengali
খাসি
English
Khasi
Popularity Over Time
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Khasi
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Syngkhong Rympei Thymmai
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Khasi women's rights organization working to maintain matrilineal traditions in Meghalaya
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #32,210
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Khasi Indian South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Kash
Kasi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Khasi
What does the name Khasi mean?
"of the Khasi people, born of the Khasi" (from Khasi). Khasi refers to the Khasi people, an indigenous ethnic group living primarily in the Meghalaya state of northeastern India. The Khasi language belongs to the Austroasiatic language family. Using Khasi as a given name honors this matrilineal culture, one of the few remaining matriarchal societies in the world. The name itself may derive from a term meaning 'born of' or relating to the land.
What is the origin of the name Khasi?
Khasi has Khasi, Indian, and South Asian origins. In Khasi, it means "of the Khasi people, born of the Khasi".
Is Khasi a boy or girl name?
Khasi is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Khasi?
Khasi is currently ranked #32210 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Khasi?
Common nicknames for Khasi include Kash and Kasi.
What are good middle names for Khasi?
Popular middle name pairings include Khasi James, Khasi Lee, Khasi Ray, Khasi Cole, Khasi Dev, and Khasi Arjun.
What are good sibling names for Khasi?
Names that pair well with Khasi as siblings include Arun, Priya, Riya, Dev, Nisha, Ananya, and Rohan.
How many syllables does Khasi have?
Khasi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Khasi a common or rare name?
Khasi is an uncommon name, ranked #32210 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Khasi
Khasi is a boy name with Khasi, Indian, and South Asian origins . The name means "of the Khasi people, born of the Khasi" in Khasi .
Khasi is currently ranked #32,210 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Khasi has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Khasi include Kash and Kasi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.