"lord, master"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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Meaning & Origin
"Lord, have mercy (liturgical)"
Origin: Greek ecclesiastical
Language: Greek
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The Story of Khyrie
Khyrie is an inventive spelling variant of Kyrie, which traces to the Greek kyrios, meaning lord or master. The phrase Kyrie eleison (Lord, have mercy) has been central to Christian liturgy for over a millennium. The Kh- spelling variant emerged in the United States influenced by the fame of basketball player Kyrie Irving and parents seeking a more distinctive visual identity for the name.
The name Kyrie surged in the United States largely due to NBA star Kyrie Irving, born in 1992, who became one of basketball's greatest players. The Kh- variant spelling reflects parents wanting a distinctive visual twist on the popular sound.
In the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions, Kyrie (Lord) is one of the most sacred liturgical words. In contemporary American culture, the name is strongly associated with athletic excellence through Kyrie Irving.
Historical Record
Khyrie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 717 babies have been named Khyrie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Khyrie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,180 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kyrie eleison has been sung in Christian worship for over 1,500 years
- Kyrie Irving made this name popular in America after being the number one NBA draft pick in 2011
Khyrie in Other Languages
Greek
Kyrie
Latin
Kyrie
Arabic
Kyri
Spanish
Kyrie
Popularity Over Time
#2,180
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Khyrie
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Kyrie Irving
Athlete
1992
NBA basketball star known for extraordinary ball-handling and six-time All-Star selection
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,180
- Total SSA Count
- 67
- Cultural Origins
- American English African American Greek
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Ky
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Frequently Asked Questions About Khyrie
What does the name Khyrie mean?
"lord, master" (from Greek). "Lord, have mercy (liturgical)" (from Greek ecclesiastical). Khyrie is an inventive spelling variant of Kyrie, which traces to the Greek kyrios, meaning lord or master. The phrase Kyrie eleison (Lord, have mercy) has been central to Christian liturgy for over a millennium. The Kh- spelling variant emerged in the United States influenced by the fame of basketball player Kyrie Irving and parents seeking a more distinctive visual identity for the name.
What is the origin of the name Khyrie?
Khyrie has Greek, Greek ecclesiastical, American, English, and African American origins. In Greek, it means "lord, master". In Greek ecclesiastical, it means "Lord, have mercy (liturgical)".
Is Khyrie a boy or girl name?
Khyrie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2180. As a girl name, it is ranked #43795. Khyrie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Khyrie?
Khyrie is currently ranked #2180 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Khyrie?
Popular middle name pairings include Khyrie James, Khyrie Anthony, Khyrie Lee, Khyrie Rashad, Khyrie Michael, and Khyrie Deon.
What are good sibling names for Khyrie?
Names that pair well with Khyrie as siblings include Zaire, Amari, Demi, Kairi, Nyomi, and Bryce.
How many syllables does Khyrie have?
Khyrie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Khyrie a common or rare name?
Khyrie is an uncommon name, ranked #2180 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Khyrie
Khyrie is a boy name with American, English, African American, and Greek origins . The name means "lord, master" in Greek .
Is Khyrie a boy or girl name? Khyrie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,180 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #43,795. Khyrie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Khyrie is currently ranked #2,180 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Khyrie has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Khyrie include Ky. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Khyrie include Khyree, Khyro, Khyren . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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