Khaydin
A modern invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from Arabic origins.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Khaydin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Khaydin today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Khaydin births was 2013 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Khaydin. 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 Khaydin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2013
6 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,145
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Khaydin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Khaydin 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 Khaydin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Khaydin
The name Khaydin is believed to have its origins in the ancient Persian language, with roots dating back to the 6th century BC. It is thought to be derived from the Persian words "khaya," meaning "king" or "ruler," and "din," meaning "religion" or "faith." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with religious or spiritual leaders within the Persian empire.
During the height of the Achaemenid Empire, which spanned from modern-day Iran to parts of Central Asia and the Middle East, the name Khaydin was likely used among the nobility and upper classes. Historical records from this period are scarce, but it is possible that the name appeared in inscriptions or administrative documents.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Khaydin was a Persian scholar and philosopher who lived in the 9th century AD. Khaydin ibn Ishaq al-Samarkandi was a prominent figure in the Islamic Golden Age, known for his contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and logic.
In the 12th century, a Persian poet and mystic named Khaydin Nishapuri gained recognition for his spiritual writings and poetry. His works, which explored themes of love, mysticism, and the divine, were widely celebrated and influenced the development of Persian literature.
During the Mongol Empire in the 13th century, a military commander named Khaydin Mahmud served under the renowned conqueror Genghis Khan. Khaydin was known for his strategic prowess and played a significant role in the expansion of the Mongol Empire across Central Asia and the Middle East.
In the 16th century, a Persian calligrapher named Khaydin Ali Tabrizi achieved fame for his mastery of the intricate art of Persian calligraphy. His works were highly sought after and adorned the walls of mosques and palaces throughout the region.
Another notable figure bearing the name Khaydin was a 17th-century Persian architect named Khaydin Muhammad Isfahani. He was responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of several iconic buildings in the city of Isfahan, including the famous Naqsh-e Jahan Square and the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.
While the name Khaydin has its roots in the Persian tradition, it has also been adopted and adapted in various cultures throughout history. However, its origins remain firmly grounded in the rich cultural heritage of ancient Persia, where it was once borne by scholars, poets, warriors, and artisans.
People
Khaydin + last name combinations
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Other names starting with K
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FAQ
Khaydin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Khaydin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Khaydin 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Khaydin a common name?
We classify Khaydin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Khaydin most popular?
The single biggest year for Khaydin was 2013, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Khaydin is about 12 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 Khaydin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Khaydin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Khaydin 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 Khaydin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Khaydin 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 Khaydin 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 people are named Khaydin?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.