Kahmar
A feminine Arabic name meaning "moonlight" or "moon-like".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kahmar. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kahmar today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kahmar births was 2009 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kahmar. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kahmar. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2009
5 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2009 SSA rank
#13,461
Tracked since 2009
Popularity
Kahmar: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kahmar by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kahmar during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kahmar
The given name Kahmar is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, where it is derived from the word "kamr," meaning "waist" or "middle." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with concepts of balance, centrality, or gracefulness.
In the early days of Islamic civilization, the name Kahmar gained popularity among Arabic-speaking populations, particularly in regions of the Middle East and North Africa. Its inclusion in ancient Arabic texts and literature from the 7th century onwards indicates its widespread use and acceptance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kahmar can be found in the writings of the renowned 9th-century Islamic scholar and philosopher, Al-Kindi. He mentions a contemporary philosopher named Kahmar ibn Al-Hasan, who contributed to the intellectual discourse of the time.
Throughout history, the name Kahmar has been borne by several notable individuals. One prominent figure was Kahmar al-Zamani, a 12th-century Persian poet and scholar who gained recognition for his contributions to the literary and intellectual circles of his era.
In the 14th century, Kahmar ibn Abi al-Qasim al-Andalusi, a Muslim scholar from Andalusia (modern-day Spain), was renowned for his work in the field of astronomy and mathematics. His treatises on celestial mechanics were highly influential during that period.
During the Ottoman Empire, Kahmar Pasha, a 16th-century Ottoman statesman and military commander, played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the empire's territories in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.
Another individual of historical significance was Kahmar al-Din Asad Gurgani, a 13th-century Persian poet and mystic known for his works on Sufism and the spiritual path. His poetry and writings continue to be studied and revered in the Persian literary tradition.
Over the centuries, the name Kahmar has transcended geographical and cultural boundaries, finding its way into various societies and communities across the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. Its enduring presence is a testament to its rich historical roots and the diverse individuals who have carried this name with pride and distinction.
People
Kahmar + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kahmar as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kahmar: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kahmar?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kahmar going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kahmar a common name?
We classify Kahmar as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kahmar most popular?
The single biggest year for Kahmar was 2009, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kahmar is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kahmar in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kahmar a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kahmar in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kahmar still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kahmar in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kahmar can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Kahmar?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.