A modern variation of Kaia, meaning sea or earth.
Khya is a contemporary spelling variant of names like Kaia or Kaya. In its Scandinavian and Hawaiian roots, it is often associated with the sea, while in Native American traditions, it can relate to the earth or a wise child.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Khya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
