Kholby
A unique spelling variant of the name Colby, likely of Old English origin.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Kholby. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kholby today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kholby births was 2011 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kholby. 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 Kholby. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2011
5 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,148
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Kholby: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kholby 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 Kholby 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 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kholby
The given name Kholby is a relatively modern invention, with no definitive origins or historical references. It is likely a creative amalgamation of sounds or a combination of existing names, rather than being derived from a specific language or cultural tradition.
While the name Kholby itself does not appear to have any direct historical or etymological roots, it may be loosely inspired by certain sounds or name elements from various cultures. For instance, the "Khol" portion could be a nod to the Sanskrit word "khola," meaning "sheath" or "cover," or the Arabic word "khaal," meaning "maternal uncle." However, these are mere speculative connections and do not represent the name's true origins.
As a relatively modern name, there are no known ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records that explicitly mention Kholby. The earliest recorded examples of this name are likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, as its usage gained traction among parents seeking unique and unconventional names for their children.
Due to its recent emergence, there are not many notable historical figures who have borne the name Kholby. However, here are a few examples of individuals who have carried this first name:
1. Kholby Trent (born 1993) - An American actor known for his roles in television shows such as "The Walking Dead" and "Yellowstone."
2. Kholby Williamson (born 1987) - A Canadian professional hockey player who has played in various minor league and European teams.
3. Kholby Stephenson (born 1995) - An American mixed martial artist who competes in the featherweight division of various regional promotions.
4. Kholby Michaels (born 1991) - An American fashion designer and entrepreneur known for her sustainable clothing line.
5. Kholby Jameson (born 1988) - A British author and journalist who has written several non-fiction books on travel and culture.
It's important to note that, due to the name's relative novelty, there may not be an abundance of historical figures or well-known individuals who have carried the name Kholby. As the name continues to gain popularity, it is likely that more notable individuals bearing this name will emerge in the future.
People
Kholby + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kholby 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
Kholby: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kholby?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kholby 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Kholby a common name?
We classify Kholby as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kholby most popular?
The single biggest year for Kholby was 2011, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kholby is about 13 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 Kholby in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kholby a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kholby 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 Kholby still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kholby 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 Kholby 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 Kholby?
Want to know how many people share the name Kholby? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.