Person of the earth or life
Khia is a modern name with multiple possible roots. It is often considered a variant of the name Gaia, the Greek personification of the Earth, or a shortened form of names like Keziah or Nakia. In some contexts, it is associated with the Swahili word for 'life' or 'beginning'.
About 5 girls were named Khia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American rapper and songwriter known for the hit 'My Neck, My Back'
