Life or living
Khiyah is a modern phonetic variation of the Hebrew name Chaya, which translates to 'life'. It is often chosen by parents seeking a unique, spiritual name with a soft, melodic sound. While its roots are ancient, this specific spelling is a contemporary American innovation.
Less common today
Khiyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,046 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
