"treasure, to store (possible Arabic root)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Khaza
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"coined celebrity name"
Origin: Modern American
Language: English
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The Story of Khaza
Khaza is a rare name with possible Arabic roots related to 'khazana,' meaning to store or treasure. However, in contemporary usage, Khaza is primarily known as a modern celebrity baby name. The name entered public consciousness in 2022 when hip-hop artists Offset (Kiari Cephus) and Cardi B (Belcalis Almanzar) named their son Khaza Dior Cephus. Like many celebrity-coined names, Khaza sits at the intersection of creative invention and cultural aspiration.
Khaza became known overnight when Cardi B and Offset announced their son's name in 2022, making it a recognizable choice for parents influenced by hip-hop celebrity culture. As with Kulture (their daughter's name), the unusual spelling and sound reflect the contemporary trend of crafting distinctive, one-of-a-kind names for children.
Khaza represents the growing trend in African-American naming culture of creating distinctive, memorable names that signal individuality and break from convention. It also reflects the cross-cultural reach of Arabic-origin sounds in contemporary American naming, where Arabic phonetics are embraced for their strength and resonance.
Historical Record
Khaza first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 1,632 babies have been named Khaza in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Khaza is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #964 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Khaza Dior Cephus, born September 2022, is the son of rappers Offset and Cardi B
- The name Khaza has virtually no recorded history before 2022, making it one of the newest names in widespread American use
Khaza in Other Languages
Arabic
خزة (related to khazana/treasure)
English
Khaza
Popularity Over Time
#964
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Khaza Dior Cephus
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Son of hip-hop artists Offset and Cardi B, whose name brought this rare name to public attention
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #964
- Total SSA Count
- 233
- Cultural Origins
- American African-American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Common Nicknames
Kha
Kaz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Khaza
What does the name Khaza mean?
"treasure, to store (possible Arabic root)" (from Arabic). "coined celebrity name" (from Modern American). Khaza is a rare name with possible Arabic roots related to 'khazana,' meaning to store or treasure. However, in contemporary usage, Khaza is primarily known as a modern celebrity baby name. The name entered public consciousness in 2022 when hip-hop artists Offset (Kiari Cephus) and Cardi B (Belcalis Almanzar) named their son Khaza Dior Cephus. Like many celebrity-coined names, Khaza sits at the intersection of creative invention and cultural aspiration.
What is the origin of the name Khaza?
Khaza has Arabic, Modern American, American, and African-American origins. In Arabic, it means "treasure, to store (possible Arabic root)". In Modern American, it means "coined celebrity name".
Is Khaza a boy or girl name?
Khaza is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #964. As a girl name, it is ranked #6476. Khaza is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Khaza?
Khaza is currently ranked #964 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Khaza?
Common nicknames for Khaza include Kha and Kaz.
What are good middle names for Khaza?
Popular middle name pairings include Khaza Dior, Khaza James, Khaza Andre, Khaza Reign, Khaza Royal, and Khaza Legend.
What are good sibling names for Khaza?
Names that pair well with Khaza as siblings include Kulture, Wave, Offset, Cardi, Reign, Dream, and True.
How many syllables does Khaza have?
Khaza has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Khaza a common or rare name?
Khaza is moderately common, ranked #964 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
What boy names are similar to Khaza?
Are there other spellings for Khaza?
Related spellings include Khazi.
About the Name Khaza
Khaza is a boy name with American and African-American origins . The name means "treasure, to store (possible Arabic root)" in Arabic .
Is Khaza a boy or girl name? Khaza is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #964 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,476. Khaza is more commonly used as a boy name.
Khaza is currently ranked #964 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Khaza has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Khaza include Kha and Kaz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Khaza include Khazi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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